GRE Word List

DISCRETION

individual choice or judgment

The meaning of the word discretion is individual choice or judgment.

Random words

WordMeaning
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
scotchscottish
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
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consanguineousof the same blood or origin
didacticdesigned or intended to teach
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
finishto come to an end : terminate
resurrectto raise from the dead