Definition & Meaning of "discretion is the better part of valor"

discretion is the better part of valor

SENTENCE

used to suggest that sometimes it may be wiser to exercise caution and avoid a potentially risky or dangerous situation, even if it may seem less courageous or brave to do so

Example

When the group of friends decided to explore the dark and eerie forest, John thought that discretion is the better part of valor, and decided to stay behind.

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Definition & Meaning of "discretion is the better part of valor"

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