DISCRETION


Meaning of DISCRETION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dɪskreʃ(ə)n ]

1.

Discretion is the quality of behaving in a quiet and controlled way without drawing attention to yourself or giving away personal or private information. ( FORMAL )

Larsson sometimes joined in the fun, but with more discretion...

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2.

If someone in a position of authority uses their discretion or has the discretion to do something in a particular situation, they have the freedom and authority to decide what to do. ( FORMAL )

This committee may want to exercise its discretion to look into those charges...

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3.

If something happens at someone’s discretion , it can happen only if they decide to do it or give their permission. ( FORMAL )

We may vary the limit at our discretion and will notify you of any change...

PHRASE : usu PHR after v , v-link PHR

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