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prudently
[/ˈpruːdəntli/]
adverb
prudentemente
1.
In a manner that shows care and thought for the future; with discretion and wisdom
She prudently invested her savings in diversified funds.
Ela prudentemente investiu suas economias em fundos diversificados.
2.
With careful consideration and avoidance of unnecessary risk
He prudently decided to wait before making the big purchase.
Ele prudentemente decidiu esperar antes de fazer a grande compra.
3.
In a cautious and sensible manner
The company prudently reduced expenses during the economic downturn.
A empresa prudentemente reduziu despesas durante a recessão econômica.
Synonyms
carefully
cautiously
wisely
sensibly
judiciously
circumspectly
Antonyms
recklessly
imprudently
carelessly
foolishly
rashly
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
prudentemente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
prudentemente
Standard usage, formal contexts preferred
Portugal
prudentemente
Standard usage, equivalent formality to English
Related Idioms & Phrases
prudently measure twice, cut once
play it prudently
act prudently on advice
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