Word Meaning

prudential definition and meaning

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