providence

providence
noun
  1. [mass noun]the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power
    天佑;天道,天意,天命
    they found their trust in divine providence to be a source of comfort.
    他们发现对天道的信仰是抚慰心灵的一种源泉。
    ■(Providence)God or nature as providing such care
    上帝,大自然
    I live out my life as Providence decrees.
    我按照上帝的旨意过着自己的日子。
    ■timely preparation for future eventualities
    远见,远虑
    it was considered a duty to encourage providence.
    鼓励人们未雨绸缪被当作一种责任。
语源
  1. late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin providentia, from providere 'foresee, attend to' (see provide)
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