discretion discretion /dɪˈskrɛʃən/

noun

1. () Freedom to act or judge on one's own  ( discretion )
   freedom to act or judge on one's own
     it is up to local authorities to use their discretion in setting the charges
   it is up to local authorities to use their discretion in setting the charges
   
   
2. () Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress  ( circumspection , discreetness , prudence , discretion )
   knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
    The servants showed great tact and discretion
   the servants showed great tact and discretion
   
3. The trait of judging wisely and objectively  ( discernment , discretion )
   the trait of judging wisely and objectively
    A man of discernment
   a man of discernment
   
4. The power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies  ( discretion , free will )
   the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
   
   
5. Refined taste; tact  ( delicacy , discretion )
   refined taste; tact