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prudence - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'prudence' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Prudence [ n.]
- The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.

Meaning of 'prudence' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . prudence [ n]
Meaning (1):
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
Example in sentence:
  • the servants showed great tact and discretion