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imprudence
[ɪmˈpruːdəns]
noun
feminine
pl: imprudences
imprudência
1.
lack of care for consequences; rashness or recklessness
His imprudence in spending money led to financial difficulties.
Sua imprudência em gastar dinheiro levou a dificuldades financeiras.
2.
an act or instance of being imprudent
It was an imprudence to drive so fast in the rain.
Foi uma imprudência dirigir tão rápido na chuva.
Synonyms
recklessness
carelessness
rashness
irresponsibility
incaution
thoughtlessness
Antonyms
prudence
caution
discretion
carefulness
wisdom
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
imprudência
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
imprudência
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
imprudência
standard usage
Portugal
imprudência
standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
act of imprudence
moment of imprudence
imprudence of youth
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