Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a deliberate, unhurried, and controlled manner: Performing an action with careful consideration, conscious control of pace, and a lack of rush.

Usage

• The adverb "measuredly" describes an action is performed. It emphasizes a calm, intentional, and often thoughtful pace. It is typically used with verbs related to movement, speech, or action.
• It suggests a contrast with acting impulsively, quickly, or erratically.

Examples of Usage

• With verbs of movement:
  • He walked measuredly across the room, considering each step.
  • The diplomat rose measuredly from his chair to address the assembly.
• With verbs of speech:
  • She spoke measuredly, choosing her words with great care.
  • The judge delivered the verdict in a low, measuredly calm voice.
• With other action verbs:
  • He measuredly placed the pieces on the board, never revealing his strategy.

Advanced Usage

• "To do something measuredly": This phrase explicitly frames an entire action as being carried out with deliberation and control.
  • Facing the crisis, the CEO acted measuredly, avoiding panic.
• Used to describe a characteristic style or response.
  • His measuredly polite response defused the tension in the room.

Variants and Related Words

• Measured (adj): Having a slow, careful, and deliberate rhythm or pace. Often used to describe speech, steps, or tones.
  • He took a few measured breaths before responding.
  • Her response was calm and measured.
• Measure (n/v): The root word. As a verb, it can mean to assess dimensions or to move with careful steps.
  • He measured the distance with his eyes before jumping.

Synonyms

• Deliberately: Done consciously and intentionally.
• Unhurriedly: Without haste; slowly.
• Calmly: In a peaceful, quiet, and steady manner.
• Methodically: In a systematic and orderly way.
• Steadily: In a regular, even, and controlled way.

Antonyms

• Hastily: With excessive speed or urgency.
• Impulsively: Done without forethought.
• Erratically: In an unpredictable and irregular way.
• Rashly: Without careful consideration of the consequences.

Related Phrases/Idioms

• In measured tones: Speaking slowly and carefully, often to convey seriousness or control.
  • The general addressed his troops in measured tones.
• With measured steps: Walking slowly and deliberately.
  • She approached the podium with measured steps.

Adverb

1. in a deliberate unhurried manner
   • she was working deliberately