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prudentOne entry found. Main Entry: pru·dent Pronunciation: \-dənt\ Function: adjective Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin prudent-, prudens, contraction of provident-, providens — more at provident Date: 14th century : characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: as a : marked by wisdom or judiciousness <prudent advice> b : shrewd in the management of practical affairs <prudent investors> c : marked by circumspection : discreet d : provident, frugal synonyms see wise — pru·dent·ly adverb
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