discretion
Translation
discretion, prudence, tact, judgement
Examples
Please use your discretion in this matter.
Please use your discretion in this matter.
He showed great discretion in handling the information.
He showed great discretion in handling the information.
Grammar Patterns
use one's discretion to use one's own judgement Please use your discretion in this matter.
at sb's discretion according to sb's judgement The schedule can be changed at my discretion.
show discretion to be careful and tactful He showed great discretion in handling the information.
Similar Words
Synonyms: prudence, caution, judgment; Antonyms: indiscretion
Etymology
From Latin 'dis-' (apart) + 'cernere' (to sift), meaning the ability to separate or discern what is appropriate.
Memory Tips
It's the noun form of 'discreet' (careful). Think of it as the quality of being careful and tactful.