Prudence Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)

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• prudence (noun)

prudence

/ˈpruːdəns/

noun

prudence

/ˈpruːdəns/

noun

Britannica Dictionary definition of PRUDENCE

[noncount]

:

careful good judgment that allows someone to avoid danger or risks

• act with ordinary/reasonable prudence
• He always exercises prudence with his finances.

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