Dis*cre"tion (?), n. [F.
discrétion, L. discretio separation, difference,
discernment, fr. discernere, discretum. See
Discreet, Discern.] 1.
Disjunction; separation. [Obs.] Mede.
2. The quality of being discreet; wise
conduct and management; cautious discernment, especially as to
matters of propriety and self-control; prudence; circumspection;
wariness.
The better part of valor is
discretion.
Shak.
The greatest parts without discretion may be
fatal to their owner.
Hume.
3. Discrimination.
Well spoken, with good accent and good
discretion.
Shak.
4. Freedom to act according to one's own
judgment; unrestrained exercise of choice or will.
At discretion, without conditions or
stipulations.