Synonyms

prudently

American

[prood-nt-lee] / ˈprud nt li /

adverb

in a wise, judicious, discreet, or careful manner.

Donors want their charitable gifts to be invested prudently and managed professionally.
For the moment, scientists are prudently refraining from making sweeping assertions, insisting on the need for further research.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of prudently

prudent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Prudently choosing where to start a fire is important, too.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 12, 2022

Prudently, Cepi did not attach a timeline to its accelerated paradigm, but the 12- to 18-month estimate already takes it into account.

From The Guardian • Apr. 12, 2020

Prudently, the ex-governor noted that there might be a lot of unintended consequences by going back in time to alter history.

From Washington Post • Nov. 10, 2015

Prudently, they have ropes that catch them if they fall, but those ropes do not help them ascend in any way.

From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2015

Prudently he affixed only his initial, sealed the envelope, and rose, again glancing at his watch.

From The Salamander by Johnson, Owen

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