prudent

PRU'DENT, adjective Cautious; circumspect; practically wise; careful of the consequences of enterprises, measures or actions; cautious not to act when the end is of doubtful utility, or probably impracticable.The prudent man looketh well to his going. Proverbs 14:8.A prudent man foreseeth the evil and hideth himself. Proverbs 22:3.1. Dictated or directed by prudence; as prudent behavior.2. Foreseeing by instinct; as the prudent crane.3. Frugal; economical; as a prudent woman; prudent expenditure of money.4. Wise; intelligent