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Definition deliberate in British English

deliberate adjective

adjective
/dɪˈlɪb(ə)rət/
1

intended, not done by chance or by accident

Example

I'm sure the omission of my name was deliberate.

Example

Her visit was a deliberate attempt to draw attention to the area.

Example

They are giving preference to women as a matter of deliberate policy.

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2

slow and careful

Example

He moved at a deliberate pace.

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Definition deliberate in British English