2. (noun)discretion, discreetness, circumspection, prudence knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress Synonyms: discreetness, circumspection, free will, delicacy, diplomacy, discretion, prudence, caution, finesse, discernment Antonyms: imprudence
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Antonyms of 'prudence'
English Synonyms and Antonyms
1. prudence Care concerns what we possess; anxiety, often, what we do not; riches bring many cares; poverty brings many anxieties. Care also signifies watchful attention, in view of possible harm; as Synonyms: care, anxiety, concern, oversight, trouble, attention, direction, perplexity, vigilance, caution, forethought, precaution, wariness, charge, heed, prudence, watchfulness, circumspection, management, solicitude, worry Antonyms: carelessness, inattention, negligence, oversight, remissness, disregard, indifference, omission, recklessness, slight, heedlessness, neglect
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