Meaning & Definition of Prudence in English
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Prudence
/prudəns/
noun
1. Discretion in practical affairs
synonym:
- prudence
2. Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
- "The servants showed great tact and discretion"
synonym:
- discretion,
- discreetness,
- circumspection,
- prudence
Examples of using
We ought at least, for prudence, never to speak of ourselves, because that is a subject on which we may be sure that other people’s views are never in accordance with our own.
A man of prudence wouldn't say such things.