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Word entry · 10 letters

discretion

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"Tact"

10 letters · collected on this word page

10 lettersPronunciation /dɪˈskɹɛʃən/Part of speech nounSorted cdeiinorstStarts with DEnds with N2 cluesVery common crossword word
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Definitions

  1. the trait of judging wisely and objectively

Word origin

From Middle English discrecioun, from Old French discretion, from Late Latin discrētiō, from Latin discerno. Equivalent to discreet + -ion.

Used in a sentence

  • Bob showed great discretion despite his knowledge of the affair.
  • With regard to a woman, at nine years of age, she was, if married, considered entitled to her dower; at twelve, she may consent to marriage; at fourteen, she is at years of discretion, and may choose a guardian; […]
  • I leave that to your discretion.

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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01Tact10 letters
02Wise judgment10 letters

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