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Prudent
Today’s word is Scrutinize.
What it means
- adjective
Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct.
“It is prudent to consult a physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.”
- adjective
Practically wise, judicious, shrewd.
“His prudent career moves reliably brought him to the top.”
- adjective
(The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:) Frugal; economical; not extravagant.
“Only prudent expenditure may provide quality within a restrictive budget.”
Where it comes from
Prudent comes from Latin prudens, a contraction of providens, looking ahead. Prudence is foresight used before a choice is made.
In a sentence
- Try to be prudent.by CK, Tatoeba
- That would be prudent.by CK, Tatoeba
- We need to be prudent.by CK, Tatoeba
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