Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calculated
adjective
/ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tɪd/
Definition
Done with full awareness of the consequences; considered or planned carefully.
Examples
- Her response was a calculated decision to avoid confrontation.
- He made a calculated investment in the stock market.
- It was a calculated risk, but she felt it was worth taking.
Meaning
The term ‘calculated’ refers to actions or decisions made after careful thought and consideration, often aimed at achieving a specific result.
Synonyms
- deliberate
- intentional
- measured
- planned
- premeditated