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prudent
/ˈpɹuːdənt/
adjective
Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct; careful, discreet, sensible; — opposed to rash; directed by prudence or wise forethought; evincing prudence
Practically wise, judicious, shrewd
"His prudent career moves reliably brought him to the top"
Frugal; economical; not extravagant;
"Only prudent expenditure may provide quality within a restrictive budget"
Antonymsimprudent
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