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Meaning of 'calculated' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Calculated [ p. p. & a.]
- Worked out by calculation; as calculated tables for computing interest; ascertained or conjectured as a result of calculation; as, the calculated place of a planet; the calculated velocity of a cannon ball.
- Adapted by calculation, contrivance. or forethought to accomplish a purpose; as, to use arts calculated to deceive the people.
- Likely to produce a certain effect, whether intended or not; fitted; adapted; suited.

Meaning of 'calculated' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . calculated [ s]
Meaning (1):
- carefully thought out in advance
Example in sentence:
  • a calculated insult;
  • he made a deliberate decision not to respond negatively;
  • with measured irony

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