Phronesis
noun | /phronesis/
Practical wisdom, especially the ability to make sound judgments in particular situations.
Phronesis
noun | /phronesis/
Advanced WordsVERY HARDPractical wisdom, especially the ability to make sound judgments in particular situations.
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"Effective leadership requires phronesis rather than knowledge of rules alone. Means: Good leadership requires practical wisdom, not merely theoretical knowledge."
"Her phronesis helped her resolve the dispute fairly. Means: Her practical judgment enabled her to settle the disagreement justly."
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Phronesis sounds like prudent reasoning; connect it with practical wisdom in action.
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