prudence

/ˈpɹuːd(ə)n(t)s/noun
Middle School
1

The quality or state of being prudent: circumspection and good judgment in knowing how best to act; (countable, archaic) an instance of this.

2

Synonym of frugality (“the quality of avoiding unnecessary expenditure; economy, parsimony, thrift, thriftiness”).

3

Synonym of providence (“preparation for the future; foresight”).

4

Synonym of wisdom (“an element of personal character that enables one to distinguish the wise from the unwise; wise advice”).

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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