PRU'DENT, adjective Cautious; circumspect; practically wise; careful of the consequences of enterprises, measures or actions; cautious not to act when the end is of doubtful utility, or probably impracticable. The prudent man looketh well to his going. Proverbs 14:8. A prudent man foreseeth the evil and hideth himself. Proverbs 22:3. 1. Dictated or directed by prudence; as prudent behavior. 2. Foreseeing by instinct; as the prudent crane. 3. Frugal; economical; as a prudent woman; prudent expenditure of money. 4. Wise; intelligent.
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