Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-discretion
Phrase
/æt dɪˈskrɛʃ.ən/
Definition
At the discretion refers to a situation where a person has the power or authority to make choices based on their own judgment.
Examples
- The manager can approve the budget at their discretion.
- Children’s playtime is often extended at the teacher’s discretion.
- Benefits may be offered to employees at the company’s discretion.
Meaning
The phrase indicates that a decision can be made freely according to one’s own preferences or judgment without needing to adhere to strict rules or permissions.
Synonyms
- At one’s own judgment
- As deemed appropriate
- As one sees fit
