Synonyms: discernment, discretion
Definition: the trait of judging wisely and objectively
Usage: a man of discernment
Similar words: wisdom, wiseness
Definition: the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight
Synonyms: discretion, free will
Definition: the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
Similar words: power, powerfulness
Definition: possession of controlling influence
Usage: the deterrent power of nuclear weapons; the power of his love saved her; his powerfulness was concealed by a gentle facade
Synonyms: circumspection, discreetness, discretion, prudence
Definition: knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
Usage: the servants showed great tact and discretion
Similar words: discernment, sagaciousness, sagacity, judgement, judgment
Definition: the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
Synonyms: discretion, delicacy
Definition: refined taste; tact
Similar words: taste, perceptiveness, discernment, appreciation
Definition: delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)
Usage: arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success; to ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste
Synonyms: discretion
Definition: freedom to act or judge on one's own
Similar words: liberty
Definition: freedom of choice
Usage: liberty of opinion; liberty of worship; liberty--perfect liberty--to think or feel or do just as one pleases; at liberty to choose whatever occupation one wishes