Meaning of measured in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    measured

    Definitions

    1. the rhythmic arrangement of syllables

    Synonyms

  2. 2. carefully thought out in advance

    Examples

    • « a calculated insult »
    • « with measured irony »

    Synonyms

  3. 3. with care and dignity

    Examples

    • « walking at the same measured pace »
    • « with all deliberate speed »

    Synonyms

  4. Qualitative Adjective

    measured

    Definitions

    1. determined by measurement

    Examples

    • « the measured distance was less than a mile »

    Synonyms

    Antonyms

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