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prudence
('pr/u/d/-/ns )

noun (n)

  • discretion in practical affairs(noun.attribute)
    Antonym:
    imprudence
    source: wordnet30
  • knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress(noun.cognition)
    source: wordnet30
  • The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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