providence

• Nom désignant la guidance, la protection ou la prévoyance divine, souvent associée à l'influence bienveillante d'une divinité, ou bien la gestion prudente des ressources et des affaires.

A noun referring to divine guidance, care, or foresight, often associated with a deity's protective influence, or the prudent management of resources.

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1. Divine guidance or careC1formal

   The protective care and direction of a higher power, often seen as a guiding force in human affairs.

   Providence divine

   • They believed their survival was due to divine providence.
   • The traveler thanked providence for leading him safely home.
   • Many see the beauty of nature as a sign of providence.

   Synonymesdivine guidanceguardianship

2. Manifestation of divine careC1formal

   A specific instance or event that shows the foresight and care of a deity for its creations.

   Providence divine

   • The unexpected rescue was seen as a clear act of providence.
   • They interpreted the good harvest as a sign of providence.
   • The story recounts many examples of providence in their lives.

   Synonymesblessingdispensationinterpositionmiraclesigntoken

3. Prudent managementC1formal

   The careful and wise management of resources, showing foresight and preparation for the future.

   Gestion prudente

   • His financial providence ensured his family's security.
   • The community's providence in storing food helped them through the winter.
   • She showed great providence by saving for her children's education.

   Synonymescarefulnesseconomyforesightforethoughtprudencethrift

   Antonymescarelessnessimprovidencenegligencewastefulness