discretion

Noun

• the trait of judging wisely and objectively
  • a man of discernment
    

• the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies

• refined taste; tact

• knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
  • the servants showed great tact and discretion
    

• freedom to act or judge on one's own

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  discernment , free will , delicacy , discreetness , circumspection , prudence