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DELIBERATE

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Deliberate.

Deliberate - as an adjective satellite

Carefully thought out in advance

Example: "A calculated insult"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calculatedmeasured

Unhurried and with care and dignity

Example: "Walking at the same measured pace"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carefulmeasured

Characterized by conscious design or purpose

Example: "Intentional damage"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intentionalknowing

Deliberate - as a verb

Think about carefully; weigh

Example: "They considered the possibility of a strike"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
considerdebatemootturn over
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discusshash outtalk over
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Discuss the pros and cons of an issue

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
debate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discusshash outtalk over
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Deliberate - as an adjective

Done on purpose; intentional.

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.

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.

Example Sentences

"He made a deliberate decision to quit his job and pursue his passion."
"The suspect's deliberate actions indicated premeditation."
"She gave a deliberate answer after carefully considering the question."
"The team executed a deliberate plan to win the game."
"The deliberate movements of the dancer captivated the audience."
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Word Game Points

Is DELIBERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deliberate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DELIBERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DELIBERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deliberate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DELIBERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DELIBERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deliberate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DELIBERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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