deliberate

verb

(transitive) To consider carefully; to weigh well in the mind.

(intransitive) To consider the reasons for and against anything; to reflect.

adjective

Done on purpose; intentional.

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.

Not hasty or sudden; slow.

Roots

libraliber- · Latin · scales, balance

Synonyms for deliberate

intentionaladj premeditatedadj purposefuladj prepense calculatedadj carefuladj aforethoughtadj purposiveadj willfuladj measuredadj intendedadj methodicaladj plannedadj purposedv

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