Prudential

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1. Adjective

Proceeding from, or dictated or characterized by, prudence; prudent; discreet; sometimes, selfish or pecuniary as distinguished from higher motives or influences; as, prudential motives.

2. Adjective

Exercising prudence; discretionary; advisory; superintending or executive; as, a prudential committee.

3. Noun

That which relates to or demands the exercise of, discretion or prudence; -- usually in the pl.
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