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discretion

noun

the trait of judging wisely and objectively

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
D
Ends with
N
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
13
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

dɪˈskɹɛʃən

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Definitions

noun

  1. the trait of judging wisely and objectively

    “a man of discernment”

noun

  1. the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies

noun

  1. knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

    “the servants showed great tact and discretion”

noun

  1. refined taste; tact

noun

  1. freedom to act or judge on one's own

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Example Sentences

a man of discernment
the servants showed great tact and discretion

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