Synonyms for prudent

Synonyms for (adj) prudent

Synonyms: prudent

Definition: careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment

Usage: a prudent manager; prudent rulers; prudent hesitation; more prudent to hide than to fight

Similar words: circumspect, discreet

Definition: heedful of potential consequences

Usage: circumspect actions; physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use; a discreet investor


Similar words: heady, wise, judicious

Definition: marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters

Usage: judicious use of one's money; a wise decision


Similar words: provident

Definition: careful in regard to your own interests

Usage: the prudent use and development of resources; wild squirrels are provident


Similar words: prudential

Definition: arising from or characterized by prudence especially in business matters

Usage: he abstained partly for prudential reasons


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