calculated

/ˈkælkjəleɪtɪd/adjective

Done on purpose after careful thought about the likely results, often to get a particular effect.

Example sentences

“Opening a second store was a calculated risk.”
“His rude remark was a calculated move to unsettle her.”
“The timing of the announcement was carefully calculated.”

Best known in 'a calculated risk', a risk taken knowing the odds. 'Calculated to' means intended to: a speech calculated to win votes.

Synonyms for calculated

deliberate
intentional
planned
premeditated
considered

Antonyms

spontaneous
impulsive
unintentional

Related words

calculatorA machine, usually electronic, built to carry out mathematical calculations.calamityA disaster that causes serious damage or loss.callousCold and uncaring about other people's pain or feelings.cajoleTo coax an unwilling person into doing something, often with flattery or promises.callowYoung and lacking experience, especially in a way that shows poor judgment.cafeteriaAn eating place where people pick out food at a counter and carry it to a table themselves.