providence
nounfeminineformal/pɾɨ.vi.ˈðẽ.sjɐ/medium
pre·vi·dên·ci·a
Definition
The action of foreseeing and making provision for the future, especially with regard to financial security in old age or in case of misfortune.
He showed great providence in saving for his retirement.
The company offers a provident fund to its employees.
Common collocations
social securityprovident fundretirement planforesight and providence
Etymology
Do latim 'prævidentia' (previsão, providência).