GRE Word List

DISCRETION

individual choice or judgment

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

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WordMeaning
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
adulterateto corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
lampoonsatire
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
desertsarid land with usually sparse vegetation
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle