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The definition of prudent is someone who has good judgment and is careful and practical.

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An example of prudent is someone who consults with a financial advisor before investing money.

See prudent in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

capable of exercising sound judgment in practical matters, esp. as concerns one's own interests
cautious or discreet in conduct; circumspect; not rash
managing carefully and with economy

Origin: OFr < L prudens, for providens: see provident

Related Forms:

prudently adverb

See prudent in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common sense.
Careful in regard to one's own interests; provident.
Careful about one's conduct; circumspect.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from Old French

Origin: , from Latin prūdēns, prūdent-

Origin: , contraction of prōvidēns

Origin: , present participle of prōvidēre, to provide for; see provide

Related Forms:

pruˈdent·ly adverb

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