Plural of providence
regular plural
The plural of providence is providences.
Forms of providence
| Singular | providence /ˈpɹɒvɪdəns/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | providences |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Providences in a sentence
- The idea was that a complete list of fully documented providences should be compiled as a cooperative venture which would cross denominational barriers.1971, Keith Thomas, Religion and the Decline of Magic, Folio Society, published 2012, page 91
Meaning of providence
- noun Preparation for the future; good governance; foresight.
- noun The careful governance and guidance of God (or another deity, nature, etc.).
- noun A manifestation of divine care or direction; an instance of divine intervention.
Questions about the plural of providence
- What is the plural of providence?
- The plural of providence is providences.
- Is providence countable?
- Providence is a countable and uncountable noun.
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