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improvident

Improvident (adj) means failing to provide for the future; reckless.

adj
1
failing to provide for the future; reckless
2
incautious; prone to rashness
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Etymology

From the Latin improvidens, equivalent to in- + provident.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of improvident?

"improvident" (adj) means failing to provide for the future; reckless.

What are the different meanings of improvident?

"improvident" has 2 main meanings: 1. failing to provide for the future; reckless; 2. incautious; prone to rashness.

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