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Prudence
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Meaning
Noun
●
The quality or
state of being
prudent
●
Economy; frugality.
Name
●
A
female
given name
from English, one of the Puritan
virtue
name
s.
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Origin
prudence
English
prudence
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
Sourced from
Etym
Synonyms
Discretion
Carefulness
Wisdom
Forecast
Providence
Considerateness
Judiciousness
Caution
Sagacity
Circumspection
Judgment
Cautiousness
Careful
Cautious
Far-Sightedness
Antonyms
Imprudence
Recklessness
Rashness
Related
Restraint
Pragmatism
Discernment
Rationality
Rectitude
Humility
Propriety
Frugality
Probity
Modesty
Expediency
Patience
Honesty
Virtue
Courage
Diligence
Compassion
Reasonableness
Conservatism
Morality
Objectivity
Perseverance
Fairness
Confidence
Foresight
Conscience
Benevolence
Competence
Ethics
Justice
Integrity
Judgment
Judiciousness
Sincerity
Obedience
Decorum
Discipline
Temperance
Kindness
Professionalism
Independence
Goodness
Civility
Bravery
Carefulness
Altruism
Thoughtfulness
Grace
Tact
Reasoning
Generosity
Fortitude
Commonsense
Common Sense
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