prudent — Showing careful judgment and practical wisdom; sensible and cautious in decision-making.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Showing careful judgment and practical wisdom; sensible and cautious in decision-making.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprudənt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is so prudent that she keeps expired coupons 'just in case they become valid again.'
- It's prudent to read the contract carefully before signing it.
- A prudent driver always checks the weather forecast before a long trip.
prudent
ADJECTIVE[/ˈprudənt/]
Showing careful judgment and practical wisdom; sensible and cautious in decision-making.
She was prudent enough to avoid a risky investment.
Prudent people often make better decisions than hurried ones.
The prudent student followed every safety rule and became confident after the successful experiment.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'prudentia' meaning wisdom or foresight, derived from 'prudens' (wise, foreseeing). Roman philosophers valued this quality as the ability to make sound judgments by looking ahead.
Breakdown
pru- (before/forward) + vid-/dens (seeing) = literally 'seeing ahead' or 'foreseeing'
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother is so prudent that she keeps expired coupons 'just in case they become valid again.'”
“It's prudent to read the contract carefully before signing it.”
“A prudent driver always checks the weather forecast before a long trip.”
“He made the prudent choice to wear a helmet while riding his bike to buy ice cream.”
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