Definition of Discretion
Discretion
dis·cre·tion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The quality of having or showing discernment and good judgment.
e.g. She exercised discretion when deciding which confidential documents to share.
(noun)
broadly, the quality of showing good judgement, understanding, or responsibility, or the ability to exercise this quality when making decisions;
e.g. We trust his discretion and will follow his instructions.
(noun)
a person's individual judgement or choice, their freedom or power to decide/choose what to do in a particular situation;
e.g. It is up to the manager's discretion how the employees' work will be judged.
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