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deliberately-considered

|de-lib-er-ate-ly-con-sid-ered|

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/dɪˈlɪbərətli kənˈsɪdərd/

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/dɪˈlɪbərətli kənˈsɪdəd/

carefully planned

Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliberately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deliberatus,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'liberare' meant 'to weigh.' 'Considered' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'considerare,' where 'con-' meant 'with' and 'siderare' meant 'to examine.'

Historical Evolution

'deliberatus' transformed into the Old French word 'deliberer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliberate.' 'Considerare' transformed into the Old French word 'considerer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consider.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'deliberate' meant 'to weigh down,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'carefully thought out.' 'Consider' initially meant 'to examine,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

carefully thought out or planned with intention.

The proposal was deliberately-considered before being presented to the board.

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Last updated: 2025/06/24 05:43