Definition

Describing an action that is planned or thought about in advance, often with careful consideration and intent.

Example

The police arrested him for the premeditated attack on his neighbor.

Conversation

Did you hear about that robbery downtown?

Yeah, it sounds like it was a premeditated act for sure.

I can't believe people would plan something like that.

Right? It really makes you think about how some crimes are thought out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Premeditated → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "meditari" (meaning to think or ponder). The word "premeditated" refers to something that has been thought out or planned beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of planning something 'before' ('pre-') you do it — that's why premeditated means it was thought out in advance.

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