 prudence |
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| 1. | [ noun ] discretion in practical affairs | |
| Related terms: | imprudence discretion natural_virtue frugality providence | |
| 2. | [ noun ] Woman's first name, popularity rank in the U.S. is 1655 | |
| 3. | [ noun ] knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | |
| Synonyms: | discretion circumspection discreetness | |
| Examples: | "the servants showed great tact and discretion" |
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| Related terms: | sagacity confidentiality | |
| Similar spelling: |
Pruden pretence prudent pretense prudently pretender pretended prudential pretend preteen prednisone |
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