discretion meaning and definition

DISCRETION noun

Definition of discretion (noun)

1. freedom to act or judge on one's own
2. knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
   • "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
   • synonyms: circumspection, discreetness, prudence
3. refined taste; tact
   • synonyms: delicacy
4. the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
   • synonyms: free will
5. the trait of judging wisely and objectively
   • "a man of discernment"
   • synonyms: discernment