Examples of “discretion” in a Sentence

noun The freedom or authority to make your own judgment or decision.

• Teachers have some discretion over how they arrange their own lessons.
• The judge used her discretion to reduce the sentence.
• Refunds are given entirely at the manager's discretion.

noun The quality of being careful and tactful, especially about sensitive matters.

• Please use discretion when you share news about your colleague's health.
• Her discretion made patients trust her with their private worries.
• The lawyer handled the case with great discretion.