provident
UK: ˈprɒvɪdənt | US: ˈprɑːvɪdənt
adj. 1. Showing careful planning for the future; frugal or prudent.
adj. 2. (Archaic) Foreseeing or preparing for needs in advance.
The word "provident" originates from Latin prōvidēre ("to foresee, provide"), combining prō- ("ahead") and vidēre ("to see"). The morpheme "provide" retains its core meaning of foresight or preparation, while "-ent" (from Latin -entem) forms adjectives indicating a quality or state. Over time, "provident" evolved to emphasize prudent planning, reflecting its literal sense of "seeing ahead."
Her provident savings allowed her to retire comfortably.
The provident farmer stored grain for the winter.
Provident decisions during his youth secured his future.
The company’s provident policies prevented financial crises.
(Archaic) The provident king anticipated his enemies’ moves.