Provident/ˈprɑːvɪdənt/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Future Foresight Refers to someone who plans ahead wisely to prevent problems. His provident decision to have savings helped during the financial crisis. Pro Tip 2/3Resource Management Highlights careful use of money or resources to avoid waste. She was provident, buying only what she needed. Pro Tip 3/3Anticipate Challenges Implies being prepared for potential difficulties in the future. The farmer's provident actions protected his crops from unpredictable weather.