英语词汇“prudent”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

单词	prudent
释义	pru·dent \-^ənt\ adjective Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin prudent-, prudens, alteration of provident-, providens, present participle of providēre to foresee, provide — more at provide : characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: as a. : marked by wisdom or judiciousness < prudent rulers > < prudent laws > < the wise in heart shall be called prudent — Prov 16:21 (Authorized Version) > < a man … of notably liberal, prudent, and humane views — Times Literary Supplement > b. : shrewd in the management of practical affairs < a prudent politician > < a prudent businessman who never does anything except for a useful end — M.R.Cohen > c. : circumspect (as in conduct) : discreet, cautious < prudent hesitation — Derek Patmore > < more prudent to hide than to fight — V.G.Heiser > d. : provident, frugal < the prudent use and development of … resources — D.D.Eisenhower > < had been a prudent and thrifty wife — W.M.Thackeray > Synonyms: see wise
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