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What is another word for Discretion? – 121 Discretion Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    discernment judgment prudence tact diplomacy circumspection caution reserve restraint moderation wisdom foresight carefulness thoughtfulness considerateness delicacy sensitivity subtlety nuance sophistication refinement elegance polish culture breeding manners courtesy graciousness civility poise composure self-control reserve decorum

    Meaning of Discretion

    The quality of being discreet, or having good judgment and tact in dealing with people or situations.

    Definitions

    • The quality of being discreet, or having good judgment and tact in dealing with people or situations.
    • * The freedom to act or decide as one wishes, without being restricted by rules or regulations.
    • * The quality of being unobtrusive or restrained in one's behavior or expression.

    Etymology of Discretion

    The word "discretion" comes from the Old French word "discretion", which is derived from the Latin word "discretio", meaning "separation, distinction, or discernment".
    The Latin word "discretio" is derived from the verb "discernere", which means "to separate, distinguish, or discern".
    The word "discretion" has been used in the English language since the 14th century to refer to the quality of being discreet, or having good judgment and tact.

    Example Uses

    • The manager used her discretion when dealing with the difficult customer.
    • * The company gave its employees discretion to make their own decisions.
    • * The judge used his discretion when sentencing the defendant.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    recklessness impulsive impetuous thoughtless careless tactless indiscreet imprudent foolish rash hasty impulsive inconsiderate insensitive blunt crude coarse vulgar ostentatious showy flashy gaudy tasteless

    Related Nouns

    judgment prudence tact diplomacy discernment wisdom foresight carefulness thoughtfulness considerateness delicacy sensitivity subtlety nuance sophistication refinement elegance polish culture breeding manners courtesy graciousness civility

    Related Verbs

    discern judge decide choose select differentiate distinguish separate evaluate assess consider weigh ponder reflect deliberate meditate contemplate

    Related Adjectives

    discreet prudent tactful diplomatic discerning wise foresighted careful thoughtful considerate delicate sensitive subtle nuanced sophisticated refined elegant polished cultured mannered courteous gracious civil