prudent suggests the exercise of restraint guided by sound practical wisdom and discretion.

PRUDENT definition: wise or judicious in practical affairs; discreet or circumspect; sagacious; sober. See examples of prudent used in a sentence.

prudent accounting is based on the principle of not showing assets or profits to be greater than they might be, or losses to be smaller than they might be, in a company's accounts:

1. Careful or wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common sense: a prudent manager of money. 2. Characterized by or resulting from care or wisdom in practical …

If you show good and careful judgment when handling practical matters, you can be described as prudent. Similarly, a wise and well-thought-through decision or action can be called prudent.

Definition of prudent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Someone who is prudent is sensible and careful. It is clearly prudent to take all precautions.