prudence
0 antonyms and opposites of prudence, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Careful, sensible judgment, especially about practical matters and future risks.
How to use prudence
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French prudence, from Latin prudentia, a contraction of providentia, "foresight" — from providere, "to foresee, provide for."
Full origin of prudence →Frequently asked questions
What does “prudence” mean?
The word “prudence” means careful, sensible judgment, especially about practical matters and future risks. In plain terms, good judgment and caution, especially about money or risk.
How do you pronounce “prudence”?
“Prudence” is pronounced PROODNS (/ˈpɹud(ə)n(t)s/ in IPA).
How do you use “prudence” in a sentence?
Here is “prudence” used in a sentence: “Financial prudence meant they saved a portion of every paycheck.”
What is another word for “prudence”?
Words with a similar meaning to “prudence” include policy and sagacity.
What part of speech is “prudence”?
“Prudence” is a noun.
Where does the word “prudence” come from?
The word “prudence” comes from Latin. From Old French prudence, from Latin prudentia, a contraction of providentia, "foresight" — from providere, "to foresee, provide for.".
Is “prudence” a common word?
“Prudence” is an uncommon word in modern English.