discretion is the better part of valor

A form of discretion is the better part of valour — It is often wise to refrain from seemingly brave, but dangerous, speech or action.

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Meanings

proverb
  1. USalternativeAlternative spelling of discretion is the better part of valour.
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APA

discretion is the better part of valor. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/discretion%20is%20the%20better%20part%20of%20valor

MLA

“discretion is the better part of valor.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/discretion%20is%20the%20better%20part%20of%20valor. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “discretion is the better part of valor,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/discretion%20is%20the%20better%20part%20of%20valor.

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