- (n.) That which relates to or demands the exercise of, discretion or prudence; -- usually in the pl.
- (a.) 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.) Exercising prudence; discretionary; advisory; superintending or executive; as, a prudential committee.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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