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Definitions for: Discretion
[n] the trait of judging wisely and objectively; "a man of discernment"
[n] the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
[n] knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
[n] refined taste; tact
[n] freedom to act or judge on one's own
Webster (1913) Definition: Dis*cre"tion, n. [F. discr['e]tion, L. discretio
separation, difference, discernment, fr. discernere,
discretum. See Discreet, Discern.]
1. Disjunction; separation. [Obs.] --Mede.
2. The quality of being discreet; wise conduct and
management; cautious discernment, especially as to matters
of propriety and self-control; prudence; circumspection;
wariness.
The better part of valor is discretion. --Shak.
The greatest parts without discretion may be fatal
to their owner. --Hume.
3. Discrimination.
Well spoken, with good accent and good discretion.
--Shak.
4. Freedom to act according to one's own judgment;
unrestrained exercise of choice or will.
At discretion, without conditions or stipulations.
Synonyms: circumspection, delicacy, discernment, discreetness, free will, prudence
See Also: appreciation, caution, circumspection, confidentiality, discernment, judgement, judgment, liberty, perceptiveness, power, powerfulness, prudence, sagaciousness, sagacity, self-determination, taste, wisdom, wiseness
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