calculated

adjective

cal·​cu·​lat·​ed ˈkal-kyə-ˌlā-təd 

1

: apt, likely

2

a

: worked out by mathematical calculation

b

: engaged in, undertaken, or displayed after reckoning or estimating the statistical probability of success or failure

a calculated risk

3

a

: planned or contrived to accomplish a purpose

b

: deliberate, intended

a calculated attempt to deceive voters

calculatedly adverb

calculatedness noun

Synonyms

• advised
• considered
• deliberate
• knowing
• measured
• reasoned
• studied
• thought-out
• thoughtful
• weighed

Examples of calculated in a Sentence

took a calculated risk and got in on the ground floor of the new enterprise

Recent Examples on the Web

But the retreat was a calculated one, according to the Ukrainian Center for Defense Strategies. —David Axe, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024

His shocking testimony laid bare the extent of his calculated and prolonged betrayal. —Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024

Knowing that this portion is noncritical provides the freedom to take calculated risks without the fear of negatively impacting overall financial stability. —Odiri Oginni, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024

However, his recent moves suggest a calculated resurgence. —Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 27 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of calculate

First Known Use

1723, in the meaning defined at sense 1