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Definition of Prudent
1. Adjective. Careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment. "More prudent to hide than to fight"
Also: Careful, Provident, Responsible, Wise
Similar to: Circumspect, Discreet, Heady, Judicious, Wise, Provident, Prudential
Antonyms: Imprudent
Derivative terms: Prudence
Similar to: Circumspect, Discreet, Heady, Judicious, Wise, Provident, Prudential
Antonyms: Imprudent
Derivative terms: Prudence
Definition of Prudent
1. a. Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct; practically wise; judicious; careful; discreet; sensible; -- opposed to rash; as, a prudent man; dictated or directed by prudence or wise forethought; evincing prudence; as, prudent behavior.
Definition of Prudent
1. having, showing, or exercising good judgment [adj]