PREMEDITATION Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

premeditation

noun

Definition of premeditation

as in precaution

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as in deliberation

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Recent Examples of premeditation Unlike some high-profile murder prosecutions that center on allegations of long-term planning or premeditation, Rosenthal said this case is expected to focus heavily on the events immediately surrounding the fatal confrontation. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026 The jury was deadlocked on the special finding that the crime was done willfully, deliberately and with premeditation, the district attorney's office confirmed to PEOPLE. — Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026 Multiple appeals over Miranda violations, court instructions, and the lack of any proof of premeditation were denied. — C. A. Bridges, Florida Times-Union, 4 May 2026 Florida charged Joachin with murder without premeditation. — Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for premeditation

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Noun

The Fire Safe Council and forestry herbicide experts stressed that when herbicide is used, crews take significant precautions to protect ecosystems and communities.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Though the source of the infections has yet to be identified, experts recommend taking precautions with fresh produce and practicing good hygiene to reduce the risk of contracting the disease.

— Devika Rao, TheWeek, 9 July 2026

Definition of precaution

Noun

Its sessions are open to the public and its deliberations are broadcast.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers have expressed interest in acquiring free agent forward LeBron James, a league source who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe ongoing deliberations told The Athletic.

— Tony Jones, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of deliberation

Noun

And, for those with the forethought to pre-order one, there are few whole Peking ducks every night.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
To Zotkina, the tooth is a piece in the mounting body of evidence that Neanderthals were capable of forethought and reasoning.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 13 May 2026

Definition of forethought

Noun

Trump taking the country to war with Iran, in part at the urging of his pal Bibi — without any sensible plan, debate, sanction from Congress or consideration as to how this might hurt Americans already struggling to make ends meet.

— Maureen Dowd, Mercury News, 4 July 2026
By eliminating your class and your ethnicity, your natural talents and weaknesses, from consideration, the veil reminds you that those traits are beyond your control, making fairness an incentive.

— The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

His interdisciplinary foresight inspired one of the most popular museums in the United States, the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

— The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026
Roosevelt had the incredible foresight to look 100 years into the future.

— Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026

Definition of foresight

Noun

Traveling on your own can also be ideal for the wellness seeker, with time built in for personal reflection and relaxation at a spa.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
But shoppers who stand in its reflection can see themselves in a new light, wearing outfits without having to try them on.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 8 July 2026

Definition of reflection

Noun

Omdia’s recent study found that the volume of phones under $400 will decline, while higher price points will offset the decline.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
But that belief doesn’t appear to align with reality, as according to recent studies, women may receive significantly less in Social Security benefits than their male counterparts.

— Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 10 July 2026

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