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1
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
- we'll rely on your discretion in handling this accusation of cheating
Synonyms for discretion
- common sense,
- discreetness,
- gumption
- [chiefly dialect],
- horse sense,
- levelheadedness,
- nous
- [chiefly British],
- policy,
- prudence,
- sense,
- sensibleness,
- wisdom,
- wit
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2
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
- ambassadorships are generally regarded as subject to the president's discretion
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3
the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others
- in that job you'll be expected to show discretion and act like a professional at all times
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