GRE Word List

DISCRETION

individual choice or judgment

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

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WordMeaning
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
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unfetterto free from fetters
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reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
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