In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
JUDICIOUS
judicious, wise, heady
(adjective) marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters; “judicious use of one’s money”; “a wise decision”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
judicious (comparative more judicious, superlative most judicious)
Having, characterized by, or done with good judgment or sound thinking.
Synonyms
• (having good judgement): sagacious
Source: Wiktionary
Ju*di"cious, a. Etym: [F. judicieux, fr. L. judicium judgment. See Judicial.]
Definition: Of or relating to a court; judicial. [Obs.] His last offenses to us Shall have judicious hearing. Shak.
2. Directed or governed by sound judgment; having sound judgment; wise; prudent; sagacious; discreet. He is noble, wise, judicious, and best knows The fits o' the season. Shak.
Syn.
– Prudent; discreet; rational; wise; skillful; discerning; sagacious; well-advised.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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