discretionarily (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /dɪˌskreʃ.əˈner.əl.i/
Definition
In a way that involves using one's own judgment or choice, without being bound by strict rules or orders.
Examples
The committee members were allowed to spend the funds discretionarily for urgent needs.
She was able to discretionarily adjust the schedule to accommodate the client's request.
He felt he could discretionarily interpret the company's policy in this unique situation.
How to Use discretionarily
- discretionarily spend (collocation)
- To spend money in a way that uses one's own judgment. — "The board allowed the CEO to discretionarily spend up to $10,000 on marketing."
- discretionarily assign (collocation)
- To assign tasks or resources based on one's own judgment. — "The team leader could discretionarily assign the new projects to her team members."
- discretionarily use (collocation)
- To use something according to one's own judgment or choice. — "Employees were allowed to discretionarily use the company's facilities for approved events."
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