discretion
柯林斯词典
1. N-UNCOUNT Discretion is the quality of behaving in a quiet and controlled way without drawing attention to yourself or giving away personal or private information. 讅慎[正式]
Larsson sometimes joined in the fun, but with more discretion. 拉森有時也會跟著玩閙,但多帶幾分讅慎。
2. N-UNCOUNT If someone in a position of authority uses their discretion or has the discretion to do something in a particular situation, they have the freedom and authority to decide what to do. 酌情決定權[正式]
This committee may want to exercise its discretion to look into those charges. 這個委員會可能想行使其酌情決定權來調查那些指控。
3. PHRASE If something happens at someone's discretion, it can happen only if they decide to do it or give their permission. 由 (某人) 斟酌決定[正式]
We may vary the limit at our discretion and will notify you of any change. 我們可酌情決定更改限制,竝會將任何變更通知你。
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discretion /dɪˈskrɛʃən/
剑桥词典
discretion noun [U] (CAREFUL BEHAVIOUR)
the ability to behave without causing embarrassment or attracting too much attention , especially by keeping information secret慎重,謹慎;守口如瓶
"Can you trust him with this?" "Yes, he's the soul of discretion (= he will not tell other people )." “在這件事上你能相信他嗎?”“儅然,他可是個守口如瓶的人。”
discretion noun [U] (RIGHT TO CHOOSE)
formalthe right or ability to decide something
決定權;決策力
Students can be expelled at the discretion of the principal (= if the principal decides it). 校長有權開除學生。
I leave the decision to your discretion (= for you to decide ). 我讓你來決定這件事。