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prudent action
[ˈpruːdənt ˈækʃən]
noun phrase
pl: prudent actions
ação prudente
1.
A careful and wise decision or course of action that avoids unnecessary risk or harm
It was a prudent action to save money for emergencies.
Foi uma ação prudente poupar dinheiro para emergências.
2.
Behavior that demonstrates good judgment and foresight
The company's prudent action in diversifying investments protected them during the market downturn.
A ação prudente da empresa ao diversificar investimentos a protegeu durante a queda do mercado.
Synonyms
cautious action
wise action
judicious action
sensible action
circumspect action
Antonyms
reckless action
foolish action
imprudent action
hasty action
careless action
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ação prudente
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ação prudente
Common in business and formal contexts
Portugal
ação prudente
Standard usage; may also use 'atitude prudente'
Related Idioms & Phrases
better safe than sorry
look before you leap
an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
medida de precaução
agir com prudência
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