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discretion

/dɪˈskrɛʃən/ /dɪˈskrɛʃən/
noun
  1. 1 incelik, ketumluk uncountable
  2. 2 takdir, takdir yetkisi uncountable

Definition (English)

  1. The quality of being careful about what you say or do, to avoid upsetting people.
  2. The freedom or power to make your own decisions.

Example Sentences

  1. She handled the matter with great discretion, ensuring no one was offended.
    Konuyu büyük bir incelikle ele alarak kimsenin rencide olmamasını sağladı.
  2. You can trust him; he is known for his discretion.
    Ona güvenebilirsin; ketumluğuyla bilinir.
  3. Students can choose their courses at their own discretion.
    Öğrenciler derslerini kendi takdirlerine göre seçebilirler.
  4. Bonuses are paid at the manager's discretion.
    İkramiyeler yöneticinin takdirine göre ödenir.

Synonyms

tactcircumspectionjudgment

Collocations

use discretionexercise discretionat someone's discretionviewer discretion is advised

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