Definition of prudence Prudence
/pɹuˈdʌns/ - [pruduns] - Pru•dence
We found 8 definitions of prudence from 6 different sources.
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What does prudence mean?
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NounPlural: prudences |
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| prudence - discretion in practical affairs | ||
| imprudence a lack of caution in practical affairs | ||
| discernment, discretion perception of that which is obscure | ||
| natural virtue (scholasticism) one of the four virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance) derived from nature | ||
| providence the guardianship and control exercised by a deity; "divine providence" | ||
| prudence - knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion" | ||
| discretion, discreetness, circumspection | ||
| sagaciousness, sagacity, discernment, judgement, judgment the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations | ||
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- prudence (Noun)
The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- prudence (n.)
The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.
OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω
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prudence
The exercise of sound judgement in practical affairs. -
prudence
Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress.
Foolish DictionaryThe Foolish Dictionary 🤡
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prudence
A quality of mind that restrains the wise boarder from trying to find out how his landlady makes her hash.
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🔤- prudence, noun, singular of prudences.
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