deliberate
adjective · verb
Simple meaning
Done on purpose, after careful thought.
Pronunciation
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dihliberuhtSay the bold part a little louder.
adjective: dihlibuhruhtverb: dihlibuhrayt
IPA pronunciation (US)
dɪˈlɪbɚət
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Definition
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adjective
Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.
Of a person, weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; slow in determining.
Done on purpose; intentional.
Not hasty or sudden; slow.
verb
Think about carefully; weigh
transitive
To consider carefully; to weigh well in the mind.
intransitive
To consider the reasons for and against anything; to reflect.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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This meaning: Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.
Used this way, deliberate is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Careful and exacting
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
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- “It is now time for the jury to deliberate the guilt of the defendant.”verb
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A defense organized before contact is made with the enemy and while time for organization is available.
A defense organized before contact is made with the enemy and while time for organization is available.
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