prudence
[ prood-ns ]
/ ˈprud ns /
noun
the quality or fact of being prudent, or wise in practical affairs, as by providing for the future.
caution with regard to practical matters; discretion.
regard for one's own interests.
provident care in the management of resources; economy; frugality.
SYNONYMS FOR prudence
1
Prudence,
calculation,
foresight,
forethought imply attempted provision against possible contingencies.
Prudence is care, caution, and good judgment, as well as wisdom in looking ahead:
sober prudence in handling one's affairs.
Calculation suggests a disposition to get a large return for as small an outlay as possible and willingness to benefit at the expense of others:
cold calculation.
Foresight implies a prudent looking ahead rather far into the future:
clear foresight in planning.
Forethought emphasizes the adequacy of preparation for the future:
Careful forethought helped him deal with the emergency.
OTHER WORDS FROM prudence
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Definition for prudence (2 of 2)
Prudence
[ prood-ns ]
/ ˈprud ns /
noun
a female given name.
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British Dictionary definitions for prudence
prudence
/ (ˈpruːdəns) /
noun
caution in practical affairs; discretion or circumspection
care taken in the management of one's resources
consideration for one's own interests
the condition or quality of being prudent