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- DictionaryDis·cre·tion/dəˈskreSHən/
noun
- 1. the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information: "she knew she could rely on his discretion"
- 2. the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation: "it is up to local authorities to use their discretion in setting the charges"
Definition of discretion – Learner’s Dictionary. discretion. noun [ U ] uk / dɪˈskreʃ ə n / us. discretion noun [U] (CARE) Add to word list. care not to cause embarrassment or attract too much attention, especially by keeping something secret: You can rely on my discretion. Opposite. indiscretion (indiscreet) discretion noun [U] (RIGHT)
noun. the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment; freedom of judgment or choice: It is entirely within my discretion whether I will go or stay. the quality of being discreet, especially with reference to one's own actions or speech; prudence or decorum: Throwing all discretion to the winds, he blurted out the truth.
discretion. noun. /dɪˈskrɛʃn/ [uncountable] the freedom or power to decide what should be done in a particular situation I'll leave it up to you to use your discretion. How much to tell terminally ill patients is left to the discretion of the doctor. Take your English to the next level.
Discretion definition, the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment; freedom of judgment or choice: It is entirely within my discretion whether I will go or stay. See more.
1. a. : individual choice or judgment. left the decision to his discretion. b. : power of free decision or latitude of choice within certain legal bounds. reached the age of discretion. 2. : the quality of having or showing discernment or good judgment : the quality of being discreet : circumspection. especially : cautious reserve in speech. 3.
the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment; freedom of judgment or choice: It is entirely within my discretion whether I will go or stay. the quality of being discreet, esp. with reference to one's own actions or speech; prudence or decorum: Throwing all discretion to the winds, he blurted out the truth.
Dictionary Definition of 'discretion'. The ability to make responsible and thoughtful decisions based on one's own judgment and good sense. "The lawyer exercised discretion when discussing the case with his client."
