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Definitions for improvidence
im·prov·i·dence
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Princeton's WordNet
improvidence, shortsightednessnoun
a lack of prudence and care by someone in the management of resources
Wiktionary
improvidencenoun
The quality of being improvident; want of foresight or thrift.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Improvidencenoun
Want of forethought; want of caution.
Etymology: from improvident.
Men would escape floods by running up to mountains; and though some might perish through improvidence, or through the sudden inundation of a deluge, many would escape. Matthew Hale.
The improvidence of my neighbour must not make me inhuman. Roger L'Estrange.
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improvidence
Improvidence refers to the lack of careful management of resources or foresight, often resulting in wasteful or reckless expenditure and lack of preparation for the future. It is characterized by irresponsible or unwise actions, particularly involving financial matters or resources.
Webster Dictionary
Improvidencenoun
the quality of being improvident; want of foresight or thrift
Etymology: [L. improvidentia; OF. improvidence. Cf. Imprudence.]
Matched Categories
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of improvidence in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of improvidence in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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- zorgeloosheid, overhaastingDutch
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