measured

adjective

mea·​sured ˈme-zhərd 

ˈmā-

1

: marked by due proportion

2

a

: marked by rhythm : regularly recurrent

a measured gait

b

: metrical

3

: deliberate, calculated

a measured response

measuredly adverb

Synonyms of measured

• calculated
• considered
• deliberate
• reasoned
• weighed

Examples of measured in a Sentence

This crisis requires a measured response.

She spoke in carefully measured tones.

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s a measured rise from being a play-in team this year. —Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026

His answer is telling—and might be a credible option for fellow Democrats looking for a measured response. —Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Feb. 2026

This use demonstrated increases in measured hair density and hair thickness, with no serious adverse events reported. —Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026

Powders come in large bags, preferably with a measured scoop included, and are perfect for adding to your preferred morning drink. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mesured, from past participle of mesuren "to measure entry 2"

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing measured

• pre-measured

Rhymes for measured

• unmeasured
• leisured
• treasured

Kids Definition

measured

adjective

mea·​sured

ˈmezh-ərd, 

ˈmāzh-

1

a

: regulated or determined by a standard

b

: marked by rhythm : even

walk with measured steps

2

: deliberate entry 2 sense 1, calculated

speak with measured rudeness