Both Uses of
prudent
in
The Screwtape Letters
- Of a proposed course of action He wants men, so far as I can see, to ask very simple questions; is it righteous? is it prudent? is it possible?
Chpt 25 *prudent = sensible
- They will not apply themselves steadily to worldly advancement, prudent connections, and the policy of safety first.†
Chpt 28
Definitions:
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(1)
(prudent) sensible and careful
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(2)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) meaning too rare to warrant focus:
Prudence is also a female name.