What does "Prudent" mean?

acting with care and thought

Synonym: wise, sensible Opposite: reckless, imprudent

"Prudent" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

And I will manage my investment as I see prudent.

— Grey's Anatomy S9E17

IT WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN PRUDENT.

— Gilmore Girls S1E14

Perhaps it would be prudent to first teach the students... to block unfriendly spells, professor.

— Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Fear of falling, on the other hand, is prudent and evolutionary.

— The Big Bang Theory S2E13

Perhaps it would be prudent, to take a few things out.

— The Crown S1E8

Uh, I thought it was prudent to let you know.

— The Good Place S4E2

It's just not prudent, michael.

— The Office S5E19

"Prudent" in TV shows & movies

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