GRE Word List

DISCRETION

individual choice or judgment

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

Random words

WordMeaning
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
amalgamateto unite in or as if in an amalgam
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
componenta constituent part : ingredient
depictto represent by or as if by a picture
wrytwist
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel