deliberately
B2
adv
Freq #6109
Meanings
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1
adv
in a deliberate unhurried manner
I worked deliberately in order to avoid introducing new errors.
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2
adv
Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
He deliberately broke that, didn't he?
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3
adv
Taking one's time, slowly and carefully.
After being called upon, he strode deliberately up to the blackboard.
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4
adv
with intention
Etymology
From deliberate + -ly.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
1
adv
· in a deliberate unhurried...
measuredly
4
adv
· with intention
on purpose