discretion

Meanings

• freedom to act or judge on one's own
• knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
  • "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
• refined taste; tact
• the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies
• the trait of judging wisely and objectively

Synonyms

circumspection, delicacy, discernment, discreetness, free will, prudence