deliberately
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
doing something because you want to, not by accident.
with intention; in a way that is planned or intended rather than accidental.
Simple“I think he deliberately ignored my email because he didn't want to help.”
In context“The witness was accused of deliberately withholding information that could have cleared the defendant during the initial investigation.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
moving or speaking slowly and carefully to avoid making a mistake.
in a slow, unhurried, and careful manner, often to ensure precision or to convey importance.
Simple“She walked deliberately across the icy path so she wouldn't fall.”
In context“The surgeon moved deliberately, aware that even a minor tremor could cause irreparable damage to the delicate nerve tissue.”
SynonymsAntonyms
Usage deliberately opting · deliberately designed · deliberately targeting
“Is the Israeli military deliberately targeting children in Gaza?”
“It is not the first time Israeli forces have been reported to have set fires deliberately.”
From deliberate + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.