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discretionary

[dɪˈskreʃənəri]

discretionary Definition

  • 1available for use at the discretion of the user
  • 2left to one's own judgement

Using discretionary: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "discretionary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company offers a discretionary bonus to its employees.

  • Example

    The teacher has discretionary power over the grading system.

  • Example

    The use of the company car is discretionary and subject to availability.

discretionary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for discretionary

Antonyms for discretionary

Phrases with discretionary

  • the amount of money left over after paying for necessities such as housing, food, and bills

    Example

    She used her discretionary income to travel to Europe.

  • spending on non-essential items or services that are not required for basic living standards

    Example

    The government is considering reducing discretionary spending to balance the budget.

  • the power to make decisions based on personal judgement rather than following strict rules or procedures

    Example

    The CEO has discretionary authority over the company's budget.

Origins of discretionary

from Latin 'discretio', meaning 'separation, distinction'

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Summary: discretionary in Brief

The term 'discretionary' [dɪˈskreʃənəri] refers to something that is available for use at the discretion of the user or left to one's own judgement. It can be used to describe bonuses, spending, or authority, as in 'The company offers a discretionary bonus to its employees.' 'Discretionary' is often used in formal contexts, and its synonyms include 'optional' and 'elective.'