CEFR B2

measured

adjective

Meaning

Careful, slow, and deliberate in speech or action, often to avoid showing emotion or to be precise.

Examples

She gave a measured response, carefully choosing her words.
His movements were measured and precise as he performed the delicate surgery.

Synonyms: calm, deliberate, controlled, considered

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measured (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛʒərd/

Definition

Careful, slow, and deliberate in speech or action, often to avoid showing emotion or to be precise.

Examples

She gave a measured response, carefully choosing her words.
His movements were measured and precise as he performed the delicate surgery.
The politician's speech was measured, avoiding any controversial statements.

How to Use measured

measured by (prepositional phrase): Assessed or evaluated using a specific standard or method. — "The success of the program was measured by the number of participants."
measured in (prepositional phrase): Having a specific quantity or unit of measurement. — "The distance was measured in kilometers."

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