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discretion
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Discretion
• (n.) The quality of being discreet; wise conduct and management; cautious discernment, especially as to matters of propriety and self-control; prudence; circumspection; wariness. • (n.) Discrimination. • (n.) Disjunction; separation. • (n.) Freedom to act according to one`s own... Found op http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/discretion/
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discretion
discretion 1. The good judgment and sensitivity needed to avoid embarrassing or upsetting others. 2. The freedom or authority to judge something or to make a decision about it. 3. Etymology: from Late Latin discretionem, 'discernment, power to make distinctions'; from Latin discretionem, 'separatio... Found op http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/562/
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discretion
- freedom to act or judge on one's own
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
- refined taste; tact
- the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
- the trait of judging wisely and objectively
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discretion
The flexibility afforded government to decide something within the broader framework of rules. Found op http://polisci.nelson.com/glossary.html
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Discretion
(Lat. discretum, pp. of discernere, to discern) The mental capacity for critical discrimination especially in matters of ethics and conduct. -- L.W. Found op http://www.ditext.com/runes/d.html
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Discretion
When it is said that something is left to the discretion of a judge, it signifies that he ought to decide according to the rules of equity, and the nature of circumstances. Found op http://www.lectlaw.com/def/d175.htm
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Discretion
n. A judge, public official, or private party's power to form a decision within general legal guidelines that is based upon his/her opinion. For example: a) a judge has the discretion regarding the amount of a fine or whether to grant a trial's continuance; b) An estate's trustee or executor may hav... Found op http://www.legal-explanations.com/definitions/discretion.htm
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Discretion
MPS indemnity is comprehensive. Because we are not restricted by detailed terms and conditions, we are often able to help members with unusual problems. We provide this breadth of assistance by eschewing the sort of constraints found in insurance policies. MPS indemnity rests on the Memorandum and A... Found op http://www.medicalprotection.org/glossary/
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discretion
1) Blabber's lack 2) Good judgment 3) Liberty 4) Prudence 5) The better part of valor Found op http://www.mijnwoordenboek.nl/EN/crossword-dictionary/discretion/1
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