discretion
Meaning
Noun
- The quality of being discreet or circumspect.
- The ability to make wise choices or decisions.
- The freedom to make one's own judgements.
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Origin
- From Middle English discrecioun, from Old French discretion, from Late Latin discrētiō, from Latin discerno.
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