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prudent

/ˈpruːdənt/
pru · dent ˈpruː · dənt
English Definition
adj. wise, careful
中文释义
谨慎的，精明的
Significado en Español
prudente, cauteloso
한국어 뜻
신중한, 현명한
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
thận trọng, khôn ngoan
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Example Sentence

It is prudent to save money.

存钱是明智的。

Synonyms
careful wise
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
prudent (cautious)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the synonym for the word “prudent” as used in the sentence below: The prudent investor always carefully examines every opportunity before making a financial decision.

  1. A reckless
  2. B thoughtful
  3. C impulsive
  4. D hasty
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B — thoughtful. “prudent” means adj. wise, careful

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

It is always ______ to save some money for unexpected emergencies.

  1. A reckless
  2. B foolish
  3. C hasty
  4. D prudent
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D — prudent. “prudent” means adj. wise, careful

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Common questions about “prudent”

What does “prudent” mean?

prudent — adj. wise, careful. In Chinese: 谨慎的，精明的.

How do you pronounce “prudent”?

prudent is pronounced /ˈpruːdənt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: pru · dent.

How do you use “prudent” in a sentence?

It is prudent to save money. (存钱是明智的。)

What are synonyms for “prudent”?

careful, wise — all close in meaning to prudent (adj. wise, careful).

Is “prudent” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. prudent appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “prudent”?

prudent (cautious)

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