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⚖️discretion

noun
/dɪˈskrɛʃən/
discrete discretionary
discretion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning discretion synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison discretion collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the quality of behaving or speaking in a way to avoid causing offense or revealing private information; the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation
the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense; the freedom to decide what should be done
The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

Example Sentences

The manager acted with discretion in handling the sensitive matter.

The matter requires discretion and should not be discussed publicly.

She handled the situation with great discretion.

Example Expressions

at one's discretion

Synonyms

judgment, prudence, caution, choice, option, tact
Entry 1
judgment, prudence, caution, choice, option
Entry 2
prudence, judgment, tact, caution
Entry 3
prudence, judgment

Antonyms

indiscretion, carelessness, compulsion, recklessness, tactlessness
Entry 1
indiscretion, carelessness, compulsion
Entry 2
indiscretion, recklessness, carelessness, tactlessness
Entry 3
indiscretion, carelessness

Collocations

exercise discretion, use discretion, full discretion, sole discretion, at your discretion
Entry 1
exercise discretion, use discretion, full discretion, sole discretion
Entry 2
use discretion, exercise discretion, at your discretion

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