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prudent

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2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

prudent

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

prudent is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, prudent is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofprudent

1adjective
  • Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct; careful, discreet, sensible; — opposed to rash; directed by prudence or wise forethought; evincing prudence
  • Practically wise, judicious, shrewd

    Example: "His prudent career moves reliably brought him to the top"

  • Frugal; economical; not extravagant;

    Example: "Only prudent expenditure may provide quality within a restrictive budget"

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