Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The ability to make decisions and act according to one's own judgment without outside intervention or to maintain confidentiality or prudence in speech or action.
Discretion
/dɪˈskreʃən/Synonyms:
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Examples:
As a professional man, I naturally aim at discretion.'There are times when it is necessary to have discretion.What arises from discretion must be honoured."
Etymology:
Originating from the Latin discretio meaning separation, discernment, or exercise of judgment and passed to Old French before entering Middle English during the 14th century.
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