GRE Word List
DISCRETION
individual choice or judgment
The meaning of the word discretion is individual choice or judgment.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plaintive | expressive of suffering or woe : melancholy |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| lugubrious | mournful |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |