You use measured to describe something that is careful and deliberate.
The men spoke in soft, measured tones.
Her more measured response will appeal to voters.
They have to proceed at a measured pace.
Synonyms: steady, even, slow, regular More Synonyms of measured
More Synonyms of measured
measured in British English
(ˈmɛʒəd)
adjective
1.
determined by measurement
2.
slow, stately, or leisurely
3.
carefully considered; deliberate
Derived forms
measuredly (ˈmeasuredly)
adverb
measuredness (ˈmeasuredness)
noun
measured in American English
(ˈmɛʒərd)
adjective
1.
determined, ascertained, or proportioned by a standard
2.
a.
regular, steady, or uniform
b.
steady, slow, and deliberate
to walk with a measured tread
3.
a.
rhythmic
b.
metrical
4.
calculated, restrained, and deliberate; careful and guarded
said of speech, etc.
Derived forms
measuredly (ˈmeasuredly)
adverb
Examples of 'measured' in a sentence
measured
We now have a more measured pace of deficit reduction.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
His account is all the more worrying for its calm and measured tone.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Schools should take a more measured approach.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
So further gains are likely to be at a more measured pace.
The Sun (2011)
We support a more measured approach.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Aislinn did not take kindly to his humor, but replied in measured tones.
Kathleen E. Woodiwiss THE WOLF AND THE DOVE
Try not to be so impulsive, especially when a more measured approach would please others more.
The Sun (2015)
Today, investors want to take a more measured approach so they have time to understand the business.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Therefore the reoffending failure stands only to get worse unless a more measured approach is taken towards the voluntary sector and the programmes it provides.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
If ministers were to adopt a more measured approach it would be a sign of strength, rather than weakness.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
She is calm, measured, normal.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Now she would turn that same guile upon this Norman, and she spoke in measured tone.
Kathleen E. Woodiwiss THE WOLF AND THE DOVE
He's saying this in measured tones and there's a message building in his voice.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Global catastrophes are made bearable - or at least comprehensible - through its measured tones.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
For most of the hour we sit talking, he speaks in quiet, measured tones.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Despite her measured tone, June is clearly enraged as well as grief stricken.
The Sun (2014)
Like the mountain goat your sign denotes, you'll slowly climb to the top in measured paces.
The Sun (2015)
The consideration of any criminal allegation should always be calm, measured and cautious - the price of miscarriages is simply too great.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Ordinarily, this might slow things down or cause problems, but adopting a more measured pace may actually be in your best interests.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Instead of a measured, careful and forensic correction of what was undoubtedly a scandalous miscarriage of justice, we see a rush to the opposite extreme.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
1 (adjective)
Definition
slow or stately
They have to proceed at a measured pace.
Synonyms
steady
the steady beat of the drums
even
It is important to have an even temperature when you work.
slow
He moved in a slow, unhurried way.
regular
a very regular beat
dignified
He conducted the interview in a dignified and professional manner.
stately
Instead of moving at his usual stately pace, he was almost running.
solemn
This is a solemn occasion.
leisurely
Lunch was a leisurely affair.
sedate
We set off again at a more sedate pace.
unhurried
The islands are peaceful, with an unhurried pace of life.
2 (adjective)
Definition
carefully considered
Her more measured approach will appeal to voters.
Synonyms
considered
planned
reasoned
a reasoned approach
studied
a studied understatement
calculated
a calculated strategy for winning power
deliberate
The attack was deliberate and unprovoked.
sober
premeditated
a case of premeditated murder
well-thought-out
3 (adjective)
Is the difference in measured intelligence genetic or environmental?
Synonyms
quantified
standard
exact
I can't remember the exact words he used.
regulated
precise
We will never know the precise details of his death.
gauged
verified
predetermined
modulated
Additional synonyms
in the sense of calculated
Definition
carefully planned
a calculated strategy for winning power
Synonyms
deliberate,
planned,
considered,
studied,
intended,
intentional,
designed,
aimed,
purposeful,
premeditated
in the sense of deliberate
Definition
carefully thought out in advance
The attack was deliberate and unprovoked.
Synonyms
intentional,
meant,
planned,
considered,
studied,
designed,
intended,
conscious,
calculated,
thoughtful,
wilful,
purposeful,
premeditated,
prearranged,
done on purpose
in the sense of dignified
Definition
calm, impressive, and worthy of respect
He conducted the interview in a dignified and professional manner.
Synonyms
distinguished,
august,
reserved,
imposing,
formal,
grave,
noble,
upright,
stately,
solemn,
lofty,
exalted,
decorous
Nearby words of
measured
measure something up
measure up
measure up to something or someone
measured
measureless
measurement
meat
Related terms of
measured
measure
measure up
measure someone up
measure something off
measure something out
Synonyms of 'measured'
measured
Explore 'measured' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of even
Definition
regular and unvarying
It is important to have an even temperature when you work.
Synonyms
regular,
stable,
constant,
steady,
smooth,
uniform,
unbroken,
uninterrupted,
unwavering,
unvarying,
metrical
in the sense of exact
Definition
correct in every detail
I can't remember the exact words he used.
Synonyms
accurate,
very,
correct,
true,
particular,
right,
express,
specific,
careful,
precise,
identical,
authentic,
faithful,
explicit,
definite,
orderly,
literal,
unequivocal,
faultless,
on the money (informal),
unerring,
veracious
in the sense of leisurely
Definition
unhurried
Lunch was a leisurely affair.
Synonyms
unhurried,
relaxed,
slow,
easy,
comfortable,
gentle,
lazy,
laid-back (informal),
restful
in the sense of precise
Definition
particular or exact
We will never know the precise details of his death.
Synonyms
exact,
specific,
actual,
particular,
express,
fixed,
correct,
absolute,
accurate,
explicit,
definite,
clear-cut,
literal,
unequivocal,
surgical
in the sense of premeditated
Definition
planned in advance
a case of premeditated murder
Synonyms
planned,
calculated,
deliberate,
considered,
studied,
intended,
conscious,
contrived,
intentional,
wilful,
aforethought,
prepense
in the sense of reasoned
Definition
well thought out or well presented
a reasoned approach
Synonyms
sensible,
clear,
logical,
systematic,
judicious,
well-thought-out,
well-presented,
well-expressed
in the sense of regular
Definition
occurring at fixed or prearranged intervals
a very regular beat
Synonyms
steady,
even,
constant,
uniform,
rhythmic,
unchanging,
unvarying,
consistent
in the sense of sedate
Definition
slow or unhurried
We set off again at a more sedate pace.
Synonyms
unhurried,
easy,
relaxed,
measured,
comfortable,
steady,
gentle,
deliberate,
leisurely,
plodding,
languid,
slow-moving,
unrushed,
chilled (informal)
in the sense of slow
Definition
lacking speed
He moved in a slow, unhurried way.
Synonyms
unhurried,
sluggish,
leisurely,
easy,
measured,
creeping,
deliberate,
lagging,
lazy,
plodding,
slow-moving,
loitering,
ponderous,
leaden,
dawdling,
laggard,
lackadaisical,
tortoise-like,
sluggardly
in the sense of solemn
Definition
marked by ceremony or formality
This is a solemn occasion.
Synonyms
formal,
august,
grand,
imposing,
impressive,
grave,
majestic,
dignified,
ceremonial,
stately,
momentous,
awe-inspiring,
ceremonious
Additional synonyms
in the sense of stately
Definition
having a dignified, impressive, and graceful appearance or manner
Instead of moving at his usual stately pace, he was almost running.
Synonyms
grand,
majestic,
dignified,
royal,
august,
imposing,
impressive,
elegant,
imperial,
noble,
regal,
solemn,
lofty,
pompous,
ceremonious
in the sense of studied
Definition
carefully practised or planned
a studied understatement
Synonyms
planned,
calculated,
deliberate,
conscious,
intentional,
wilful,
purposeful,
premeditated,
well-considered
in the sense of unhurried
Definition
done at a leisurely pace, without any rush or anxiety
The islands are peaceful, with an unhurried pace of life.
Synonyms
leisurely,
easy,
slow,
calm,
deliberate,
easy-going,
sedate,
slow-paced,
slow and steady
All related terms of 'measured'
measure
monitor, set, follow, match, test
measure up
come up to standard, be fit, be adequate, be capable, be suitable