English adjective: measured | |||
| 1. | measured having notes of fixed rhythmic value | ||
| Synonyms | mensurable, mensural | ||
| Domain category | music | ||
| 2. | measured the rhythmic arrangement of syllables | ||
| Synonyms | metric, metrical | ||
| Similar | rhythmic, rhythmical | ||
| Domain category | metrics, prosody | ||
| Antonyms | unrhythmic, unrhythmical | ||
| 3. | measured carefully thought out in advance | ||
| Samples | A calculated insult. With measured irony. | ||
| Synonyms | calculated, deliberate | ||
| Similar | intended | ||
| Antonyms | unintended | ||
| 4. | measured unhurried and with care and dignity | ||
| Samples | Walking at the same measured pace. With all deliberate speed. | ||
| Synonyms | careful, deliberate | ||
| Similar | unhurried | ||
| Antonyms | hurried | ||