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Prudence is defined as the act of being careful, often with money.

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An example of prudence is checking your bank account before you spend money.

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See prudence in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the quality or fact of being prudent
careful management; economy

Origin: ME < MFr < L prudentia < prudens: see prudent

noun

a feminine name: dim. Prue

Origin: LL, fem. of Prudentius < L prudentia: see prudence

See prudence in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The state, quality, or fact of being prudent.
Careful management; economy.

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