What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sapient
Example
The professor was known for his sapient lectures on philosophy. [sapient: adjective]
Example
She listened to her grandfather's sapient advice on life. [sapient: adjective]
prudent
Example
It would be prudent to save some money for emergencies. [prudent: adjective]
Example
He made a prudent decision to invest in a stable company. [prudent: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Prudent is more commonly used than sapient in everyday language, especially in business and financial contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between sapient and prudent?
Both sapient and prudent are formal words, but prudent is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while sapient is more commonly used in formal writing and speeches.
