Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪbərət/
noun a planned or intentional action
A1 I made a deliberate decision to wear my favorite shirt today.
A2 The teacher's deliberate choice of words helped the students understand the lesson better.
B1 The deliberate planning of the event ensured that everything ran smoothly.
B2 The deliberate manipulation of the data was uncovered during the investigation.
C1 His deliberate actions caused harm to those around him.
C2 The deliberate sabotage of the project led to its failure.
verb to engage in careful consideration or discussion
A1 She deliberately chose the red dress for the party.
A2 He deliberately ignored her text messages.
B1 The company deliberately delayed the release of the new product.
B2 The politician deliberately misled the public about his involvement in the scandal.
C1 The artist deliberately incorporated political themes into his artwork.
C2 The CEO deliberately orchestrated a hostile takeover of the rival company.
adjective done consciously and intentionally
A1 She made a deliberate effort to smile at everyone she met.
A2 The cat knocked over the vase, but it was not a deliberate act.
B1 The company made a deliberate decision to expand their product line.
B2 The artist's use of color was a deliberate choice to evoke a specific emotion.
C1 The politician's deliberate manipulation of the facts was exposed by the media.
C2 The deliberate sabotage of the project was a calculated move to gain a competitive advantage.
adverb in a careful and unhurried manner
A1 She looked at the map deliberately before giving directions.
A2 He deliberately left his phone at home to disconnect from technology for the day.
B1 The artist deliberately chose a minimalist style for her latest painting.
B2 The CEO deliberately delayed the announcement to coincide with the company's annual report.
C1 The politician's speech was carefully crafted and deliberately aimed at gaining support from undecided voters.
C2 The detective deliberately planted false evidence to mislead the suspect during the interrogation.
formal The jury took their time to deliberate on the evidence presented in the case.
informal Let's deliberate on where to go for dinner tonight.
slang I don't know why she's being so deliberate about choosing a movie to watch.
figurative His deliberate actions spoke volumes about his true intentions.
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