deliberate

/dɪlˈɪbəɹət/

/dɪˈɫɪbɝˌeɪt/, /dɪˈɫɪbɝət/, /dɪˈɫɪbɹət/

deliberate

carefully thought out in advance

synonyms : calculated

unhurried and with care and dignity

synonyms : careful

describing something that is done on purpose

to deliberate

MAIN VERB

discuss the pros and cons of an issue

synonyms : debate

to think carefully about something and consider it before making a decision

synonyms : consider

Examples

1. His deliberate betrayal of his friends is evidence that he's lower than a snake's belly.

2. I deliberated too long before accepting the job offer, and now they've given it to someone else.

3. You know, this idea of recognition of self mortality, deliberate body disposal.

4. Judges are now deliberating the verdict.