·noun That which relates to or demands the exercise of, discretion or prudence;
— usually in the ·pl
II. Prudential ·adj Exercising prudence; discretionary; advisory; superintending or executive; as, a prudential committee.
III. Prudential ·adj Proceeding from, or dictated or characterized by, prudence; prudent; discreet; sometimes, selfish or pecuniary as distinguished from higher motives or influences; as, prudential motives.