Discretion
Discretion noun - The ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters.
Decree and discretion are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Decree" instead a noun "Discretion".
Decree
Decree noun - A statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned.
Discretion and decree are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Discretion" instead a noun "Decree".
How words are described
| public | public discretion | public decree |
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