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discretion vs powerfulness

powerfulness vs discretion

discretion and powerfulness both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
discretion Yes No No No
powerfulness Yes No No No
As nouns, powerfulness is a hypernym of discretion; that is, powerfulness is a word with a broader meaning than discretion:
  • discretion: the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
  • powerfulness: possession of controlling influence
Other hypernyms of discretion include power.
discretion (noun) powerfulness (noun)
the trait of judging wisely and objectively possession of controlling influence
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
Difference between discretion and powerfulness

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