measured
adjective
1. having notes of fixed rhythmic value
Similar word(s): mensurable, mensural
2. the rhythmic arrangement of syllables
Similar word(s): rhythmic, rhythmical, metric, metrical
3. carefully thought out in advance
- with measured irony
Similar word(s): intended, calculated, deliberate
4. unhurried and with care and dignity
- walking at the same measured pace
Similar word(s): unhurried, careful, deliberate
Sentences with measured as an adjective:
- He ran over a measured mile.
- He argued in measured tones.
verb
1. simple past tense and past participle of measure