🇬🇧🇨🇳 deliberate - 故意的 : English Lesson

Meaning of "deliberate" ("故意的"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Deliberate means something was done on purpose, with a plan, and not by accident. When an action is deliberate, the person chose to do it and knew what they were doing, especially if it’s something wrong or naughty.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

With a deliberate grin, the baby threw spaghetti at the wall to see if it would make modern art.

The dog made a deliberate decision to roll in the mud right after his bath, like a furry superhero of dirt.

I saw my sister make a deliberate choice to press every single elevator button, then smile like a tiny villain.

The squirrel made a deliberate choice to drop an acorn on my head, then stared at me like, “You’re welcome.”

My sister made a deliberate decision to practice violin at 6 a.m., which should be illegal in every country.

She made a deliberate step forward and put a small cup down. Her deliberate hand did not shake. A deliberate smile met the old man's face. He watched her deliberate pause, then a deliberate move to lift the cup. The deliberate act saved the shaking cup from the floor. They both laughed, calm and glad.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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