Cool MateDeliberate
UK //dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət//US //dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət//
Definition
Done consciously and intentionally; calculated.
In simple words: Something done on purpose or planned carefully.
Examples
- The team made a deliberate choice to pursue the project.
- His deliberate actions showed he wasn't afraid to take risks.
- After a deliberate discussion, they reached a consensus.
- The artist's deliberate style separates her from others.
- She walked with a deliberate pace to convey confidence.
Usage notes
Use 'deliberate' to describe actions that are intentional and not done by accident. It's often used in formal contexts, such as legal discussions or academic writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Deliberate sounds like 'deliver it', imagine delivering something intentionally.
Collocations
- deliberate decision
- deliberate action
- deliberate choice
- deliberate process
Synonyms
- intentional
- planned
- premeditated
- willful
Antonyms
- accidental
- unintentional
Common mistakes
- Confuse with 'deliberation', which refers to the process of considering something carefully.
- Using 'deliberate' to describe automatic or impulsive actions.