Definition of deliberate

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • deliberate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • deliberate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • deliberate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of deliberate


  • characterized by conscious design or purpose (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a deliberate attempt to provoke a response

    Synonyms

    1. intentional
    2. knowing
  • carefully thought out in advance (adjective)

    Examples

    1. he made a deliberate decision not to respond negatively

    Synonyms

    1. calculated
    2. measured
  • unhurried and with care and dignity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. with all deliberate speed

    Synonyms

    1. careful
    2. measured
  • think about carefully; weigh (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. consider
    2. debate
    3. moot
    4. turn over
  • discuss the pros and cons of an issue (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. debate

See definition of deliberate in Merriam Webster