Question

Difficulty: EasyIsolated Word Synonyms

PRUDENT most nearly means which of the following?

  1. A
    Proud
  2. B
    Reckless
  3. WiseAnswer
  4. D
    Cowardly

Answer

Wise
The term 'PRUDENT' denotes being careful, sensible, and showing good judgment for the future, making 'Wise' the exact matching synonym.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Define the target word 'PRUDENT'.
'Prudent' is an adjective describing someone who shows good judgment, forethought, and careful wisdom.
Establishing the precise definition of the isolated word is the standard method for determining its synonym.
2
Compare the definition against each provided option.
'Wise' matches the meaning of exercising sound judgment and discretion.
The correct synonym must share both the fundamental definition and the grammatical part of speech of the target word.

Key Concept

Direct synonym recognition for isolated adjectives
Estimated Time:30s
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