Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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discretion | Yes | No | No | No |
discretionary | No | Yes | No | No |
discretion (noun) | discretionary (noun) |
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the trait of judging wisely and objectively | |
the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies | |
knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | |
refined taste; tact | |
freedom to act or judge on one's own |
discretion (adjective) | discretionary (adjective) |
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having or using the ability to act or decide according to your own discretion or judgment | |
(especially of funds) not earmarked; available for use as needed |