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adjective

ˈkal-kyə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce calculated (audio)
Definition of calculatednext
as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought took a calculated risk and got in on the ground floor of the new enterprise

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verb

past tense of calculate
1
as in computed
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations the family has been calculating what a week at the beach resort would end up costing

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as in estimated
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement I calculate that this job will take another two days to finish

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as in planned
to work out the details of (something) in advance calculated the best route to take to the coast

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as in intended
to have in mind as a purpose or goal I calculate to run a marathon from start to finish—even if it kills me

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as in relied
to place reliance or trust we know we can calculate on you following through, whatever the assignment

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Recent Examples of calculated
Adjective
The latest travel trend, known as check-in chicken, is just that, as ambitious travelers take a calculated gamble, delaying checking in for their flight until the last possible minute in an attempt to get the best possible seat without paying extra fees or having airline status. — Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2025 Success often favors those who take calculated risks with a clear vision, adaptable strategy and relentless execution. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
The Village Board is expected to discuss potential changes to these fees, but as they are calculated today, the developer’s cost would be approximately $393,000 to the two school districts serving the area, and approximately $395,000 to the Glenview Park District, Brady said. — Jennifer Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025 The asteroid, which was first reported in December 2024 and is large enough to destroy an entire city, was initially calculated to have a 1% chance of hitting the Earth in the year 2032. — Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for calculated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calculated
  1. considered
  2. estimated
  3. planned
  4. intended
  5. relied
  6. deliberate
  7. contemplated
  8. measured
Adjective
  • Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Working from Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay, Jenkins tries to allay a clunky narrative with his intimate and considered style.
    — Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of considered
Verb
  • Shipping is estimated to begin in late April.
    — Sarah Lord, PCMAG, 25 Feb. 2025
  • They are estimated to begin shipping in late May.
    — Sarah Lord, PCMAG, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of estimated
Verb
  • Electoral authorities reported voter participation of more than 80% and planned to release initial results within two hours.
    — Regina Garcia Cano, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Spanning over 14,000 square feet, the home offers a harmonious balance of grandeur and warmth — every inch thoughtfully planned and immaculately maintained.
    — Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of planned
Verb
  • The money was intended to help build three structures on canals and basins in North Miami-Dade and Broward counties to improve flood mitigation.
    — Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
  • The city had intended to offer the real estate for sale or lease until budgetary woes led Mayor Todd Gloria to call off the plan to secure a new City Hall.
    — Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Definition of intended
Verb
  • The litigation Jerry’s lawyer, Luke Widener, said the workers relied on management to warn them of dangers outside because the factory had few windows.
    — Travis Loller, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
  • This meant strikes often relied on outdated intelligence.
    — Samuel Granados, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of relied
Adjective
  • The deliberate elimination of gender-affirming care in many states is a serious human rights violation.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
  • As the recovery needle for Chinook moves in the wrong direction, Katz said deliberate action is urgent.
    — Alastair Bland | CalMatters, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
Definition of deliberate
Verb
  • Cooper, however, barely contemplated leaving him at home and that, perhaps more than anything, summed up the bond between manager and player.
    — Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Armstead, who contemplated retirement after last season, has a $22 million salary cap hit next season and the Dolphins would probably prefer to develop Paul, their second-round pick.
    — Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of contemplated
Verb
  • The eels measured nearly 3 feet in length.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Interestingly, the researchers successfully measured 18 microvolts of electricity generated across the cylinder when it was oriented perpendicularly to Earth’s magnetic field.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
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