DISCRETION Synonyms
There are 22 synonyms of the word
discretion.
(exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word discretion. (close relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word discretion. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for DISCRETION
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | circumspection | nounn | ||||
| 2 | delicacy | nounn | ||||
| 3 | discernment | nounn | ||||
| 4 | prudence | nounn | ||||
| 5 | care | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 6 | caution | nounn | ||||
| 7 | considerateness | nounn | ||||
| 8 | control | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 9 | diplomacy | nounn | ||||
| 10 | forethought | nounn | ||||
| 11 | heedfulness | nounn | ||||
| 12 | judgment | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 13 | reserve | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 14 | sensitivity | nounn | ||||
| 15 | subtlety | nounn | ||||
| 16 | tact | nounn | ||||
| 17 | thoughtfulness | nounn | ||||
| 18 | wariness | nounn | ||||
| 19 | wisdom | nounn | ||||
| 20 | reservedness | nounn | ||||
Best Hypernyms For DISCRETION
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
discretion, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (13)
discernment
appreciation
judgement
judgment
liberty
perceptiveness
power
powerfulness
sagaciousness
sagacity
taste
wisdom
wiseness
