Spell Bee Word: prudent

Basic Details

Word: Prudent

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Being careful and wise in making decisions, especially concerning money or safety.

Synonyms: Wise, cautious, sensible

Antonyms: Reckless, imprudent

Idioms and Phrases

1. Prudent as a fox: Used to describe someone who is very clever and careful in their decisions. Example: "Always thinking ahead, she was as prudent as a fox in her business dealings."
2. A prudent course of action: A careful and wise decision to take, particularly during uncertain times. Example: "In the face of rising expenses, choosing to save money was a prudent course of action."

Usage Examples

Example 1: It’s prudent to save a portion of your pocket money for future needs or emergencies.

Example 2: The prudent student always reviewed her notes before the exam to ensure she understood the material.

Example 3: His prudent advice on investing helped many of his friends avoid financial troubles.

Fun Fact

The word "prudent" comes from the Latin word "prudentem," which means "sagacious" or "discerning." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe careful and wise behaviour.

Famous Quote

"A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished." - Proverbs 22:3

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "prudent" mean?

a) Careless and reckless
b) Cheerful and bright
c) Careful and wise
d) Excited and energetic

Answer: c) Careful and wise

2. Which of these is a synonym of "prudent"?

a) Foolish
b) Sensible
c) Rash
d) Impulsive

Answer: b) Sensible

3. What is an antonym of "prudent"?

a) Wise
b) Cautious
c) Reckless
d) Thoughtful

Answer: c) Reckless

4. Which sentence uses "prudent" correctly?

a) It was prudent to celebrate before the exams.
b) Making prudent investments can lead to better financial health.
c) The prudent athlete ate a lot of sweets before the race.
d) She was prudent when she ignored the weather report.

Answer: b) Making prudent investments can lead to better financial health.

5. Which idiom relates to being careful and wise?

a) Prudent as a fox
b) A feather in the cap
c) Barking up the wrong tree
d) The early bird catches the worm

Answer: a) Prudent as a fox