deliberately
/dɪˈlɪb.(ə.)ɹət.li/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
Adverb
Examples
He deliberately broke that, didn't he?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Taking one's time, slowly and carefully.
Adverb
Examples
After being called upon, he strode deliberately up to the blackboard.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “deliberately” mean?
Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
Is “deliberately” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.