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DISCRETIONARY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Discretionary.

Discretionary - as an adjective satellite

Having or using the ability to act or decide according to your own discretion or judgment

Example: "The commission has discretionary power to award extra funds"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discretional

(especially of funds) not earmarked; available for use as needed

Example: "Discretionary funds"

Discretionary - as an adjective

Available at one's discretion; able to be used as one chooses; left to or regulated by one's own discretion or judgment.

Example: "Discretionary income"

Example Sentences

"The company offers discretionary bonuses based on employee performance."
"The discretionary power of judges allows them to interpret the law."
"He used his discretionary income to buy a new car."
"The CEO has discretionary authority to make executive decisions."
"The discretionary fund can be used for various community projects."
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Word Game Points

Is DISCRETIONARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discretionary is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISCRETIONARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is DISCRETIONARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discretionary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISCRETIONARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DISCRETIONARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discretionary is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISCRETIONARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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