prudence

(noun)

/ˈpruːdəns/

Definitions

The quality of being prudent; cautiousness.
A gentle dance on the tightrope of life's uncertainties, where each step is a whisper of wisdom.

Example: He always exercises prudence when making financial decisions.
Careful management of resources.
The art of stitching golden threads into the tapestry of fortune's fickle loom, crafting resilience from foresight.

Example: The company's prudence led to successful navigation of the economic downturn.

Origin

Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin prudentia, contraction of providentia 'foresight, sagacity', from providere 'foresee, attend to' (see provide).

Synonyms

caution, circumspection, discretion, foresight, judgment

Antonyms

recklessness, imprudence, negligence, carelessness