discretion

noun
UK: /dɪˈskreʃən/
US: /dɪˈskreʃən/

  1. The ability to behave carefully so that you do not say or do anything that could upset anyone.

    1. Use your discretion when you talk to her.
    2. He showed great discretion in not revealing her secret.

  2. The freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation.

    1. It's up to the teacher's discretion.
    2. Judges have some discretion in sentencing criminals.

Synonyms

judgment sense caution tact prudence

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "discretion" in English means: The ability to behave carefully so that you do not say or do anything that could upset anyone., The freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation..

The phonetic transcription of "discretion" is /dɪˈskreʃən/ in British English and /dɪˈskreʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "discretion": judgment, sense, caution, tact, prudence.

Example usage of "discretion": "Use your discretion when you talk to her.". More examples on the page.