Prudence - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈpruːdns|
Brit.
|ˈpruːd(ə)ns|
noun
- discretion in practical affairs
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress (syn: circumspection, discretion)
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress (syn: circumspection, discretion)
Extra examples
He always exercises prudence with his finances.
...advised to use some old-fashioned prudence when agreeing to meet face-to-face with an online acquaintance...
You so forgot all prudence in your fury.
Britain has warned travellers to exercise prudence and care.
Well is him that hath (= has) found prudence.
He calls me "Mrs. Prudence" in mockery.
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