Deliberate ( verb , adjective )

(As a verb)

Deliberate ( verb )

To think about something carefully, often for a long time before making a decision.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin deliberatus, past participle of deliberare "consider carefully", from de- "thoroughly" + liberare "set free".

Examples:

1. He deliberated for a long time before making a decision.
2. She deliberated about the job offer for a week before accepting it.
3. The jury deliberated for several days before reaching a verdict.
4. The committee deliberated on the proposal for several months before making a decision.
5. He deliberated over the menu before ordering his meal.

(As an adjective)

Deliberate ( adjective )

To think about something carefully, often for a long time before making a decision.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin deliberatus, past participle of deliberare "consider carefully", from de- "thoroughly" + liberare "set free".

Examples:

1. He deliberated for a long time before making a decision.
2. She deliberated about the job offer for a week before accepting it.
3. The jury deliberated for several days before reaching a verdict.
4. The committee deliberated on the proposal for several months before making a decision.
5. He deliberated over the menu before ordering his meal.