premeditate

verb

Definition of premeditatenext
as in to intend

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Recent Examples of premeditate This was premeditated, it was planned, someone meant to kill Carlos' father. — Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 17 May 2023 Prosecutors said the deadly attack may also have been premeditated. — Tristan Balagtas, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023 Avila’s lawyer argued her actions were not premeditated and that her undiagnosed mental health disorder played a role. — Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY, 2 May 2023 Prosecutors allege that the killing was premeditated, pointing to the fact that Momeni had brought a cooking knife, which police later found at the crime scene, and drove Lee to a remote location. — Kylie Robison, Fortune, 25 Apr. 2023 See All Example Sentences for premeditate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditate
  1. intend
  2. contemplate
  3. meditate
  4. mean
  5. have on
  6. aim
Verb
  • Researchers intend to expand international fieldwork across the Austronesian-speaking regions, the Himalayas, and historical Silk Road networks.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In global markets, these technologies are intended for Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs trucks and Mercedes-Benz and Setra touring coaches, with availability scheduled to begin in April 2027.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of intend
Verb
  • To that end, there are some important life insurance moves that policyholders should seriously contemplate making currently.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The novel begins with Percheron contemplating news of Field’s death, and proceeds to trace their youths, including their meeting, in 1807, when Field is humbled by Percheron’s virtuosity on the piano.
    — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of contemplate
Verb
  • In this room, with white carpet, marble arches and marble skirting, church members sit and quietly meditate or pray beneath a crystal chandelier.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Throughout, Kwon also meditates on memories of and nostalgia for the experience of growing up as a child of Asian immigrants in the United States.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of meditate
Verb
  • This means less manual cleanup and a healthier appliance in the long run.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Lehane said OpenAI’s views are meant to offer an alternative to extremes around AI.
    — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of mean
Verb
  • Sue Spitzer of Rockford had on her pendant made of green glass, which was smooth and glossy on top but laced with tiny white scratches on the bottom.
    — Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The state Democratic Party will also have on hand 1,000 voter protection volunteers and 54 operators to man hotlines for reports of ballot interference and legal rapid response.
    — Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of have on
Verb
  • By increasing its manufacturing capacity, the company aims to strengthen its ability to deliver advanced systems to customers.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The florist, which aims to open in late November, will specialize in seasonal floral arrangements and specialty bouquets.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of aim

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“Premeditate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditate. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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