discretion

1. (noun) the trait of judging wisely and objectively; "a man of discenment"
Synonyms: discernment
Related Words: caution, circumspection, prudence, wisdom, wiseness

2. (noun) knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
Synonyms: circumspection, discreetness, prudence
Related Words: confidentiality, discernment, judgement, judgment, sagaciousness, sagacity

3. (noun) freedom to act or judge on one's own
Related Words: free will, liberty

4. (noun) the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
Synonyms: free will
Related Words: potency, power, powerfulness, self-determination

5. (noun) refined taste; tact
Synonyms: delicacy
Related Words: appreciation, discernment, perceptiveness, taste



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