discretion

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English word discretion comes from Latin cerno

cerno (Latin)

I decide. I distinguish, discern, see. I perceive. I separate, sift.

discrētiō (Late Latin)

discretion (Old French)

Discretion (ability to make one's own judgments).

discretion (English)

The ability to make wise choices or decisions.. The freedom to make one's own judgements.. The quality of being discreet or circumspect.

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