/prɒˈvaɪdəns/ prə-VY-dəns

Definitions

1. noun

the act or state of providing for or supplying something, especially food or other necessities; divine guidance or care

“The charity provided food to those in need during the famine.”

2. noun

a god or goddess in ancient Roman religion

“In ancient Roman mythology, Providence was often depicted as a benevolent deity.”

3. noun

a fortunate circumstance or event

“It was an act of providence that he arrived at the party just in time for the cake cutting.”

4. verb

to provide or supply something, especially food or other necessities

“The community providenced food for the homeless during the winter.”

5. noun

a person or thing that provides or supplies something

“The providence of the village helped them through the drought.”