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To consider carefully; to weigh well in the mind.

Example: It is now time for the jury to deliberate the guilt of the defendant.

To consider the reasons for and against anything; to reflect.

Done on purpose; intentional.

Example: Tripping me was deliberate action.

Of a person, weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; slow in determining.

Example: The jury took eight hours to come to its deliberate verdict.

Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.

Example: a deliberate opinion; a deliberate measure or result

Not hasty or sudden; slow.