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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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