measured

verb
UK: /ˈmeʒəd/
US: /ˈmeʒərd/

  1. To find the size, length, or amount of something using an instrument or device.

    1. I measured the room to see if the sofa would fit.
    2. The scientist carefully measured the radiation levels in the affected area using specialized equipment.

  2. To judge the quality, value, or effect of something.

    1. The success of the project is measured by its impact.
    2. The teacher measured each student's progress through regular tests and assignments.

  3. To have specific dimensions or size.

    1. The table measured three feet in length.
    2. The newly constructed bridge measured over a mile, improving transportation access significantly.

Synonyms

calculate assess evaluate estimate weigh considered restrained deliberate
measured adjective

  1. Careful and controlled; not excessive or extreme.

    1. He spoke in a measured tone.
    2. The politician gave a measured response to the difficult question, avoiding any inflammatory language.

  2. Having been carefully assessed or determined.

    1. The measured amount of flour is crucial.
    2. The measured response of the authorities helped to calm the fears of the local population effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "measured" in English means: To find the size, length, or amount of something using an instrument or device., To judge the quality, value, or effect of something., To have specific dimensions or size..

The phonetic transcription of "measured" is /ˈmeʒəd/ in British English and /ˈmeʒərd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "measured": calculate, assess, evaluate, estimate, weigh, considered, restrained, deliberate.

Example usage of "measured": "I measured the room to see if the sofa would fit.". More examples on the page.