n. [ F. discrétion, L. discretio separation, difference, discernment, fr. discernere, discretum. See Discreet, Discern. ]
The better part of valor is discretion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
The greatest parts without discretion may be fatal to their owner. Hume. [ 1913 Webster ]
Well spoken, with good accent and good discretion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
At discretion,
n. [ Pref. in- not + discretion: cf. F. indiscrétion. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
Past indiscretion is a venial crime. Cowper. [ 1913 Webster ]