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Discretion (Noun)

Meaning 1

Refined taste; tact.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Delicacy

Hypernyms

  • Perceptiveness
  • Taste
  • Discernment

Meaning 2

The trait of judging wisely and objectively; "a man of discernment".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Discernment

Hypernyms

  • Wiseness

Hyponyms

  • Caution

Meaning 3

Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Discreetness
  • Circumspection
  • Prudence

Hypernyms

  • Judgement
  • Sagaciousness
  • Judgment
  • Discernment

Meaning 4

Freedom to act or judge on one's own.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Related Words

  • Discretionary (adjective)

Meaning 5

The power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Free Will

Hypernyms

  • Power

Hyponyms

  • Self-determination

Related Words

  • Discretionary (adjective)
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