Discretion Definition & Meaning
discretion
- noun
- freedom to act or judge on one's own
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
- refined taste; tact
- the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
- the trait of judging wisely and objectively; "a man of discernment"
"Discretion" in song lyrics
See how discretion is used in real songs:
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"Available in stores with my, highly suggested parental discretion"
Aesop Rock f/ Percee P — Wake Up Call -
"Or who want to battle I advise parental discretion"
The Arsonists — Fat Laces -
"At my discretion"
Blackalicious w/ George Clinton — Lotus Flower
Words that rhyme with discretion
Usage tips for "discretion"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does discretion mean?
- freedom to act or judge on one's own knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion" refined taste; tact the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies the trait of judging wisely and objectively; "a man of discernment"
- What part of speech is discretion?
- Discretion is a noun.
- How many definitions does discretion have?
- Discretion has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).