Meaning & Definition of word "Calculated"

verb:

• 1. To determine the amount or number of something mathematically.
  • Example: She calculated the total expenses for the month to create a budget.
• 2. To plan or devise something by careful consideration or strategy.
  • Example: He calculated his next move in the chess game to ensure victory.
• 3. To assess or evaluate a situation or outcome based on available information.
  • Example: Before making a big purchase, she calculated the long-term benefits and costs.

adjective:

• 1. Done with full awareness of the likely consequences; carefully planned or strategized.
  • Example: Her calculated approach to investing helped her build a substantial portfolio.
• 2. Carefully thought out or planned with the intention to achieve a specific outcome.
  • Example: The CEO made a calculated decision to expand the company into international markets.
• 3. Arrived at through mathematical evaluation.
  • Example: The engineer presented a calculated estimate of the project's costs.