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The word "calculated" is an adjective that means something has been carefully thought out or planned in advance. When someone describes an action or decision as calculated, it often suggests that it was done with intention and purpose, rather than by chance or impulsively.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "calculated" when you want to describe actions that are deliberate and thought through.
• It can be used to describe positive or negative actions. For example, a calculated decision can lead to success, while a calculated insult can be hurtful.

Example:

• "She made a calculated decision to invest in the stock market after doing extensive research." (This means she thought carefully and planned her investment.)

• "His comment was a calculated insult, meant to hurt her feelings." (This means he intended to offend her with his words.)

Advanced Usage:

In more complex discussions, "calculated" can describe strategies or behaviors in various contexts, such as business, politics, or personal relationships. It indicates that the person has weighed the risks and benefits before taking action.

Word Variants:

• Calculate (verb): To determine or figure out something through mathematical or logical methods.
• Calculation (noun): The process of calculating; a careful plan or consideration.
• Calculator (noun): A device or tool used to perform calculations.

Different Meanings:

While "calculated" often has a negative connotation when referring to manipulative or deceitful actions (like a calculated insult), it can also have a neutral or positive meaning when referring to well-thought-out plans or strategies (like a calculated risk in business).

Synonyms:

• Deliberate
• Planned
• Intentional
• Measured
• Purposeful

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include the word "calculated," but you might use phrases like "calculated risk," which refers to a risk that has been carefully assessed before taking action.

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Adjective

1. carefully thought out in advance
   • a calculated insult
   • with measured irony

Synonyms

• deliberate
• measured