Choose the word which is closely opposite in meaning of the word 'PRUDENT' :-

Impetuous

The word most closely opposite in meaning to the word 'PRUDENT' is Impetuous.

• Impetuous means acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
• Prudent means acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

The other words listed are all synonyms of 'prudent':

• Judicious means having or showing good judgment.
• Cautious means careful not to be harmed or to make mistakes.
• Circumspect means careful to think about all the possible risks before acting.