deliberate
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Definitions ofdeliberate
- To consider carefully; to weigh well in the mind.
Example: "It is now time for the jury to deliberate the guilt of the defendant."
- To consider the reasons for and against anything; to reflect.
- Done on purpose; intentional.
Synonyms: purposeful, volitional
Example: "Tripping me was deliberate action."
- 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.
Synonyms: circumspect, thoughtful
Example: "The jury took eight hours to come to its deliberate verdict."
- Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.
Example: "a deliberate opinion; a deliberate measure or result"
- Not hasty or sudden; slow.
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