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- Dictionaryprudence/ˈpruːdns/
noun
- 1. the quality of being prudent; cautiousness: "we need to exercise prudence in such important matters" Similar Opposite
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Prudence (Latin: prudentia, contracted from providentia meaning "seeing ahead, sagacity") is the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason. It is classically considered to be a virtue , and in particular one of the four cardinal virtues (which are, with the three theological virtues , part of the seven virtues ).
The meaning of PRUDENCE is the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason. How to use prudence in a sentence.
the state of being careful in the way you make decisions or spend money so that you avoid unnecessary risks: The challenge we are trying to meet is balancing financial prudence with the need for success. economic / fiscal prudence. ACCOUNTING.
noun [ U ] uk / ˈpruːd ə ns / us. Add to word list. the state of being careful in the way you make decisions or spend money so that you avoid unnecessary risks: The challenge we are trying to meet is balancing financial prudence with the need for success. economic / fiscal prudence. ACCOUNTING.
Prudence definition: the quality or fact of being prudent, or wise in practical affairs, as by providing for the future.. See examples of PRUDENCE used in a sentence.
prudence (rather formal) a sensible and careful attitude when you make judgements and decisions; behaviour that avoids unnecessary risks: As a matter of prudence, keep a record of all your financial transactions.
Use the noun prudence to describe sensible decisions about everyday life, like the prudence of people who spend their money wisely, saving as much as they can.
prudence. (pruːdəns ) uncountable noun. Prudence is care and good sense that someone shows when making a decision or taking action. [formal] Western businessmen are showing remarkable prudence in investing in the region. A lack of prudence may lead to financial problems.
1. Careful or wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common sense: a prudent manager of money. 2. Characterized by or resulting from care or wisdom in practical matters or in planning for the future: a prudent investment.
Prudence is care and good sense that someone shows when making a decision or taking action. [formal] [...] More. Definitions of 'Prudence' a feminine name: dim. Prue. [...] More. Synonyms of 'prudence' • caution, care, discretion [...] • wisdom, common sense, good sense [...] • thrift, economy, planning [...] More.
