English dictionary
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English noun: prudence | |||
| 1. | prudence (attribute) discretion in practical affairs | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | discernment, discretion, natural virtue | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | frugality, frugalness, providence | ||
| Antonyms | imprudence | ||
| 2. | prudence (cognition) knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | ||
| Samples | The servants showed great tact and discretion. | ||
| Synonyms | circumspection, discreetness, discretion | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | discernment, judgement, judgment, sagaciousness, sagacity | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | confidentiality | ||
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