deliberately

[dɪˈlɪbərətli]

deliberately Definition

  • 1consciously and intentionally; on purpose
  • 2in a careful and unhurried way

Using deliberately: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deliberately" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He deliberately ignored her calls.

  • Example

    She spoke slowly and deliberately.

  • Example

    The company deliberately misled its customers.

  • Example

    He was deliberately trying to provoke her.

deliberately Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deliberately

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Summary: deliberately in Brief

The adverb 'deliberately' [dɪˈlɪbərətli] means consciously and intentionally, often used to describe actions or behaviors done on purpose. It can also mean in a careful and unhurried way, as in 'She spoke slowly and deliberately.' Synonyms include 'intentionally,' 'purposefully,' and 'willfully,' while antonyms include 'accidentally' and 'unintentionally.'

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