Webster's English Dictionary

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prudence

pru.dence \'pru:d-*n(t)s\ n 1: the ability to govern and discipline oneself 
   by the use of reason  2: sagacity or shrewdness in the management of 
   affairs : DISCRETION  3: providence in the use of resources : ECONOMY  4: 
   caution or circumspection as to danger or risk