prudence
noun
pru·dence
ˈprü-dᵊn(t)s 
1
: the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason
2
: sagacity or shrewdness in the management of affairs
3
: skill and good judgment in the use of resources
4
: caution or circumspection as to danger or risk
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Examples of prudence in a Sentence
He always exercises prudence with his finances.
advised to use some old-fashioned prudence when agreeing to meet face-to-face with an online acquaintance
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“Prudence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prudence. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
prudence
noun
pru·dence
ˈprüd-ᵊn(t)s
1
: the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason
2
: skill and good judgment in the management of affairs
Legal Definition
prudence
noun
pru·dence
ˈprüd-ᵊns
: attentiveness to possible hazard : caution or circumspection as to danger or risk
a person of ordinary prudence
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