improvidence
/ɪmˈprɒvɪdəns/
im · pro · vi · dence
/ɪm · ˈprɒv · ɪ · dəns/
English Definition
n. wastefulness; lack of foresight; carelessness
Significado en Español
imprevisión
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự phung phí, không tiết kiệm
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
im-(not) + providence (foresight) → lacking foresight.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the word that is closest in meaning to: Improvidence.
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A
Carelessness
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B
Wealth
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C
Generosity
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D
Anger
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A — Carelessness.
“improvidence” means n. wastefulness; lack of foresight; carelessness
Common questions about “improvidence”
What does “improvidence” mean?
improvidence — n. wastefulness; lack of foresight; carelessness. In Chinese: 浪费；不节俭.
How do you pronounce “improvidence”?
improvidence is pronounced /ɪmˈprɒvɪdəns/. It breaks into 4 syllables: im · pro · vi · dence.
Is “improvidence” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. improvidence appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “improvidence”?
im-(not) + providence (foresight) → lacking foresight.
