1. The quality of being discreet; prudence and careful judgment in speech or behavior, especially regarding sensitive matters
He handled the confidential information with great discretion.
Ele tratou a informação confidencial com grande discrição.
2. The freedom or authority to make decisions based on one's own judgment
The manager has discretion in hiring decisions.
O gerente tem discrição nas decisões de contratação.
3. Circumspection; the quality of being cautious and reserved in manner
She spoke with discretion about the delicate situation.
Ela falou com discrição sobre a situação delicada.