English
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Etymology
L. prudens, prudentis, contr. from providens: confer F. prudent#French|prudent. See provident.
Pronunciation
IPA|/�pɹu�d�nt/, SAMPA|/"pru:d@nt/
Adjective
en-adj
- 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;
#: Moses established a grave and prudent law. Milton.
- Frugal; economical; not extravagant; e.g. prudent expenditure of money.
Synonyms
cautious; wary; circumspect; considerate; discreet; judicious; provident; economical; frugal; sagacious; sensible; careful.
Translations
Finnish: harkitsevainen, varovainen, viisas
Italian: avveduto m, avveduta f
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Spanish: atentado
de:prudent
et:prudent
fr:prudent
io:prudent
ie:prudent
ku:prudent
hu:prudent
pl:prudent
fi:prudent
te:prudent
vi:prudent
zh:prudent
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