B1 — Intermediateadjective
prudente
prudent, cautious, careful
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
cautoattentocircospettoguardingooculato
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
avventatotemerariosconsideratoimprudenteincosciente
Usage note
'Prudente' is positive (sensibly cautious). 'Cauto' is similar. 'Circospetto' and 'guardingo' imply wariness. 'Oculato' means careful/canny (good judgment). 'Avventato' (antonym) means rash.
Example
"È prudente prima di firmare qualsiasi contratto."
"He is careful before signing any contract."
Practice Italian grammar
Free exercises, mini-exams and placement test.