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    Discreción (en. Discretion)

    /diskreˈsjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Quality of a person who acts with moderation and judgment.
    His discretion made him a good advisor.
    Su discreción lo convirtió en un buen consejero.
    Freedom to decide or act according to one's own judgment.
    The management of the company is at its discretion.
    La gestión de la empresa queda en su discreción.
    Quality of being reserved in dealings or conversation.
    Discretion is essential in his profession.
    La discreción es fundamental en su profesión.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'discretio', meaning separation or distinction.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to speak with discretion
    To express oneself carefully and reservedly.
    hablar con discreción
    to act at one's discretion
    To make decisions according to one's own judgment.
    actuar a discreción
    to keep discretion
    To maintain a reserved attitude about something.
    guardar la discreción

    Related Words

    prudent
    That acts with judgment and moderation.
    prudent
    reserved
    That does not easily express their thoughts or feelings.
    reservado
    caution
    Caution to avoid a risk or danger.
    cautela

    Slang Meanings

    To keep a secret without it being noticed.
    He has a lot of discretion; he never reveals what he knows.
    Él tiene mucha discreción, nunca revela lo que sabe.
    To avoid making noise or drawing attention.
    She entered the place with complete discretion to avoid being seen.
    Ella entró en el lugar con total discreción para no ser vista.