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deliberate

adjectiveverb /dɪlɪbɜrət/ 4 syllables 10 letters Scrabble 13 WWF 15
Definitions
adjective

characterized by conscious design or purpose

“a deliberate attempt to provoke a response”

adjective

carefully thought out in advance

“he made a deliberate decision not to respond negatively”

adjective

unhurried and with care and dignity

“with all deliberate speed”

verb

think about carefully; weigh

verb

discuss the pros and cons of an issue

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