Prudential

Prudential
Prudential Pru*den"tial, a. 1. Proceeding from, or dictated or characterized by, prudence; prudent; discreet; sometimes, selfish or pecuniary as distinguished from higher motives or influences; as, prudential motives. `` A prudential line of conduct.'' --Sir W. Scott. [1913 Webster]

2. Exercising prudence; discretionary; advisory; superintending or executive; as, a prudential committee. [1913 Webster]


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