discretion

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   The freedom to decide something for yourself, using your own judgement.

   Whether to accept the offer is left entirely to your discretion.

2. 2
   noun

   Care to avoid saying or doing things that could cause embarrassment or upset.

   The staff handled the matter with great tact and discretion.

From Middle English discrecioun, from Old French discretion, from Late Latin discrētiō, from Latin discerno. Equivalent to discreet + -ion.

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