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|Proverbs 14:8]].

A prudent man foreseeth the evil and hideth himself. [[Proverbs 22#3|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.