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How to pronounce prudence

IPA transcription: [p'ɹudəns]

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Noun

  • knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

    “the servants showed great tact and discretion”

  • discretion in practical affairs

Usage examples

  • In addition, it was forbidden any longer to teach philosophy and jurisprudence in Athens.
  • He studied jurisprudence in Pavia's university.
  • Because prudence was always your strong suit.
  • His jurisprudence has sometimes been praised for adhering to the doctrine of judicial restraint.
  • For eight years, Howard wrote the "Dear Prudence" column featured in "Slate" magazine.
  • Prudence has a directive capacity with regard to the other virtues.
  • These express that Shruti, Smriti and Achara are sources of jurisprudence and law.
  • Historians have also studied his neo-Stoicism and his ideas about virtue, prudence, and discipline.
  • Given his career, the curriculum must have included jurisprudence.
  • I see the imprudence of it.