What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unprudent
Example
It would be unprudent to invest all your money in one stock. [unprudent: adjective]
Example
Driving without a seatbelt is an unprudent decision. [unprudent: adjective]
imprudent
Example
It would be imprudent to quit your job without having another one lined up. [imprudent: adjective]
Example
Spending all your savings on a vacation is an imprudent financial decision. [imprudent: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Imprudent is more commonly used than unprudent in everyday language and is more likely to be recognized by most English speakers.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unprudent and imprudent?
Imprudent is generally considered more formal than unprudent, and is more commonly used in academic or professional writing.
