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improvident

im·prov·i·dent [ im próvvid'nt ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. unconcerned about future needs: failing to put money aside or give any thought to the future

2. without foresight: not sensible, cautious, or wise ( formal )

[15th century. <im-1 + provident, or < late Latin improvident-]

im·prov·i·dence noun
im·prov·i·dent·ly adverb
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