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discretion

noun

dɪˈskrɛʃən

Meaning

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

She handled the situation with great discretion.

prudence, judgment

indiscretion, carelessness

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary greatly in quality over time.

The action of making the best or most effective use of a situation or resource.

The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.

Miscellaneous articles, especially equipment needed for a particular activity.

the front part of the neck, containing the pharynx and larynx

Skill and speed in performing tasks with hands or mind; skillfulness and agility.