discretion
noun B2
Plain meaning
freedom to decide what to do, or careful judgement
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss freedom to decide what to do, or careful judgement in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed discretion during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that use discretion can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
use discretionexercise discretionat someone’s discretion
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “use discretion”.