Definition of discretion

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dis·cre·tion

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n) KEY

NOUN:

The quality of being discreet; circumspection. See Synonyms at prudence.
Ability or power to decide responsibly.
Freedom to act or judge on one's own: All the decisions were left to our discretion.

OTHER FORMS:
dis·cretion·al(Adjective), dis·cretion·al·ly(Adverb)

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