discretion 是什么意思？discretion 的含义 - 柯林高阶英语学习词典 - 在线工具

1. uncountable noun

Discretion is the quality of behaving in a quiet and controlled way without drawing attention to yourself or giving away personal or private information.

[formal]

Larsson sometimes joined in the fun, but with more discretion.

He appreciated his discretion and his fidelity.

2. uncountable noun

If someone in a position of authority uses their discretion or has the discretion to do something in a particular situation, they have the freedom and authority to decide what to do.

[formal]

This committee may want to exercise its discretion to look into those charges.

School governors have the discretion to allow parents to withdraw pupils in exceptional circumstances.

at the discretion of someone

discretion is the better part of valour

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