Discretion
Discretion noun - The power, right, or opportunity to choose.
Usage example: ambassadorships are generally regarded as subject to the president's discretion
Tendency and discretion are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tendency" instead a noun "Discretion".
Tendency
Tendency noun - An established pattern of behavior.
Discretion and tendency are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Discretion" instead a noun "Tendency".
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