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prudent response

[ˈpruːdənt rɪˈspɒns]
noun phrasepl: prudent responses
resposta prudente
1. A careful, cautious, and wise reply or reaction that demonstrates good judgment and foresight
The CEO's prudent response to the crisis prevented major financial losses.
A resposta prudente do CEO à crise impediu perdas financeiras significativas.
2. A measured and thoughtful answer that avoids rash or hasty actions
Her prudent response was to consult with experts before making a decision.
Sua resposta prudente foi consultar especialistas antes de tomar uma decisão.
Synonyms
cautious responsewise responsemeasured responsethoughtful responsejudicious responsecareful response
Antonyms
reckless responsehasty responseimpulsive responsecareless responsefoolish responsethoughtless response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta prudente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
resposta prudente
Common in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resposta prudente
Standard formal usage
Portugal
resposta prudente
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

play it safe
look before you leap
better safe than sorry
think before you act
measure twice, cut once
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