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    Discrétion (en. Discretion)

    /dis.kʁɛ.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Quality of a person who knows how to keep a secret.
    He shows discretion by not talking about private matters.
    Il fait preuve de discrétion en ne parlant pas des affaires privées.
    Freedom of choice or action.
    The decision is left to his discretion.
    La décision est laissée à sa discrétion.
    Reserved and cautious character in behavior.
    She has always acted with discretion in her relationships.
    Elle a toujours agi avec discrétion dans ses relations.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'discretio', derived from 'discretus' meaning 'separate, distinct'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act with discretion
    To behave with caution and reserve.
    agir avec discrétion
    to leave to someone's discretion
    To grant a person the power to decide.
    laisser à la discrétion de quelqu'un
    professional discretion
    To abide by confidentiality in a professional setting.
    discrétion professionnelle

    Related Words

    discreet
    Who acts with discretion.
    discrète
    discreetly
    In a discreet manner.
    discrètement
    indiscretion
    Lack of discretion.
    indiscrétion

    Slang Meanings

    Keep the secret
    He is always discreet with his friends.
    Il est toujours dans la discrétion avec ses amis.
    Not to make waves
    She handles conflicts with great discretion.
    Elle gère les conflits avec une grande discrétion.