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περίσκεψη — meaning in English

periskepsi

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English meaning

  • caution noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
  • discretion noun The freedom or authority to make your own judgement or decision.

Senses

περίσκεψη is used for these senses in English:

  • caution A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.
  • discretion The ability to make wise choices or decisions.

caution — full definition

  1. noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
  2. noun A formal warning given by police instead of pursuing prosecution for a minor offense (chiefly UK).
  3. verb To warn someone about a risk or potential consequence.

discretion — full definition

  1. noun The freedom or authority to make your own judgement or decision.
  2. noun The quality of being careful and tactful, especially about sensitive matters.

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