Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

premeditate

verb
/priːˈmɛdɪteɪt/
Definition
To think about and plan a course of action in advance.
Examples
  • He premeditated every step of his presentation to ensure it went smoothly.
  • In the courtroom, the prosecution argued that the defendant had premeditated the crime.
Meaning
The act of considering an action before carrying it out, often used in a legal context relating to the intention behind committing a crime.
Synonyms
  • Plan
  • Forethink
  • Deliberate
  • Schedule