deliberate meaning and definition

DELIBERATE verb

Definition of deliberate (verb)

1. think about carefully; weigh
   • "They considered the possibility of a strike"; "Turn the proposal over in your mind"
   • synonyms: consider, debate, moot, turn over
2. discuss the pros and cons of an issue
   • synonyms: debate

DELIBERATE adjective

Definition of deliberate (adjective)

1. carefully thought out in advance
   • "a calculated insult"; "with measured irony"
   • synonyms: calculated, measured
2. unhurried and with care and dignity
   • "walking at the same measured pace"; "with all deliberate speed"
   • synonyms: careful, measured