Main Entry: dis·cre·tion

Pronunciation: \dis-ˈkre-shən\

Function: noun

Date: 14th century

1 : the quality of being discreet : circumspection; especially : cautious reserve in speech
2 : ability to make responsible decisions
3 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>
4 : the result of separating or distinguishing