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providence

Syllabification: (prov·i·dence)
Pronunciation: /ˈprävədəns, -ˌdens/
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Definition of providence

noun

  • the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power:they found their trust in divine providence to be a source of comfort
  • (Providence) God or nature as providing protective or spiritual care:I live out my life as Providence decrees
  • timely preparation for future eventualities:it was considered a duty to encourage providence

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin providentia, from providere 'foresee, attend to' (see provide)

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