Definitions for: Calculated


[adj] determined by mathematical computation; "the calculated velocity of a bullet"; "a derived value"
[adj] carefully thought out in advance; "a calculated insult"; "with measured irony"



Webster (1913) Definition: Cal"cu*la`ted, p. p. & a.
1. Worked out by calculation; as calculated tables for
computing interest; ascertained or conjectured as a result
of calculation; as, the calculated place of a planet; the
calculated velocity of a cannon ball.

2. Adapted by calculation, contrivance. or forethought to
accomplish a purpose; as, to use arts calculated to
deceive the people.

3. Likely to produce a certain effect, whether intended or
not; fitted; adapted; suited.

The only danger that attends multiplicity of
publication is, that some of them may be calculated
to injure rather than benefit society. --Goldsmith.

The minister, on the other hand, had never gone
through an experience calculated to lead him beyond
the scope of generally received laws. --Hawthorne.

Synonyms: calculable, deliberate, derived, measured, premeditated

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