Arbitrio (en. Arbitration)

/arˈbi.tɾio/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Ability to decide or act according to one's own criteria.
The judge acted with complete discretion in his decision.
El juez actuó con total arbitrio en su decisión.
Authority or power over something.
That decision is left to your discretion.
Esa decisión queda a su arbitrio.
Freedom of choice or decision.
Each person has the discretion to choose their own path.
Cada persona tiene el arbitrio de elegir su propio camino.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'arbitrĭum', which means 'decision, judgment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

personal discretion
Ability to decide for oneself.
arbitrio personal
at your discretion
According to one's own decision.
a su arbitrio
under your discretion
Subject to one's judgment or criteria.
bajo su arbitrio

Related Words

arbitrator
Person who acts as a mediator in a conflict.
arbitrador
arbitration
Method of conflict resolution through a third party.
arbitraje
arbitrary
That which is decided without a clear or fair standard.
arbitrario

Slang Meanings

Use of power or authority in a discretionary manner.
The principal made a decision at his discretion, without consulting anyone.
El director tomó una decisión a su arbitrio, sin consultar a nadie.