Prudence

/ˈpruː.dəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality of being prudent; cautiousness.

Her prudence in financial matters saved her from significant debt.

The ability to govern and discipline oneself through the use of reason.

The leader showed great prudence by considering all options before making a decision.

Careful management of resources or decisions.

Practicing prudence in daily spending can lead to long-term savings.

From Latin 'prudentia', meaning foresight or wisdom.

better safe than sorry

It's wiser to be cautious than to take unnecessary risks.

exercise prudence

To act with caution and care in decision-making.

due diligence

The care that a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property.

prudent

Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

prudential

Based on prudence or caution.

Being smart about decisions.

He's being real prudent about his money these days.

Playing it safe.

She decided to be prudent and skipped the risky investment.