Deliberate
mediumNeutral tonedih-LIB-er-it
adjective
Definition
Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered
Memory hook
DE-LIBER-ATE: completely WEIGHING (librare) options before acting - intentional and carefully planned.
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Examples
“The crime was a deliberate act, not an accident.”
“She made a deliberate choice to change careers.”
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GRE Tip
Deliberate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "intentional" or "premeditated" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "spontaneous".
Related GRE Words
premeditated
Thought out or planned beforehand
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
abstract
Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence
acclaim
Enthusiastic public praise or approval
accolade
An award or privilege granted as a special honor; high praise
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