discretion - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

the trait of judging wisely and objectively

Synonyms

• discernment
• discretion

More generic

• wisdom
• wiseness

More specific

• caution
• circumspection
• prudence

Noun

the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies

Synonyms

• discretion
• free will

More generic

• power
• powerfulness

More specific

• self-determination

Noun

knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

Synonyms

• circumspection
• discreetness
• discretion
• prudence

More generic

• discernment
• judgement
• judgment
• sagaciousness
• sagacity

More specific

• confidentiality

Noun

refined taste; tact

Synonyms

• delicacy
• discretion

More generic

• appreciation
• discernment
• perceptiveness
• taste

Noun

freedom to act or judge on one's own

Synonyms

• discretion

More generic

• liberty

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