Measured
/ˈmeʒərd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo ascertain the size, capacity, quantity, extent, or degree of something.
/ˈmeʒərd/
To determine the size, amount, or degree of something using a tool or standard.
The doctor measured the patient's blood pressure.
💡 Simply: It's like using a ruler or a scale to find out how big, long, or heavy something is. For example, you measure how tall you are.
👶 For kids: To find out how big or small something is, like using a ruler to see how tall you are.
More Examples
We need to measure the distance to the store.
She carefully measured the ingredients for the recipe.
How It's Used
"The scientist measured the temperature of the liquid."
"The carpenter measured the length of the wood before cutting it."
Carefully considered, deliberate, and controlled; not excessive or extreme.
/ˈmeʒərd/
Characterized by careful and deliberate consideration.
He delivered a measured speech, avoiding exaggeration.
💡 Simply: It's like doing something in a slow, careful way so you don't mess it up or go overboard. Think of someone taking slow, deliberate steps.
👶 For kids: Doing something slowly and carefully, like when you color inside the lines.
More Examples
Her measured reaction suggested she wasn't easily provoked.
The committee took a measured approach to the problem.
How It's Used
"The politician gave a measured response to the criticism."
"She approached the problem with a measured approach."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
a measured pace
A slow and steady rate or rhythm, typically of movement or activity.
"She walked at a measured pace, enjoying the scenery."
From Middle English *mesuren*, from Old French *mesurer* (“to measure”), from Latin *mētiō* (“to measure”).
The word 'measured' has been used in English since the 13th century and has consistently referred to determining quantity and, later, to being controlled or deliberate.
Memory tip
Imagine measuring the ingredients for a cake – it helps to 'measure' what you're doing!
Word Origin
"to measure"