English borrowed the word from Latin deliberare, meaning to consider carefully or weigh well. Its image is linked to libra, a balance or pair of scales.
English borrowed the word from Latin deliberare, meaning to consider carefully or weigh well. Its image is linked to libra, a balance or pair of scales.
What does deliberate mean?
Deliberate usually means intentional or carefully planned. It can also describe slow, careful action or mean to consider a decision.
How do you pronounce deliberate?
As an adjective, deliberate is /dɪˈlɪbɚət/. As a verb, its final syllable sounds like “rate”: /dɪˈlɪbəˌreɪt/.
Is deliberate the opposite of accidental?
Yes. In its intentional sense, deliberate is the opposite of accidental.
Can deliberate describe slow movement?
Yes. A deliberate movement is slow, steady, and carefully controlled.
What forms does the verb deliberate take?
The spelling-shifted forms are deliberated and deliberating.