THOUGHT-OUT Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

thought-out

adjective

ˈthȯt-ˈau̇t

Definition of thought-out

as in deliberate

decided on as a result of careful thought a well thought-out plan for the state to make better use of alternative energy sources

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Recent Examples of thought-out Jewelry to Match Jewelry is one of those add-on accessories that really makes an outfit feel thought-out and put-together. — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026 Mixed in with your favorite cropped sweater and midi dress, the addition adds extra warmth while making your ’fit feel thought-out and intentional. — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2025 There’s a clear plan in place that’s thoroughly thought-out and explained. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2025 Stuffed full of laugh-out-loud moments, a robust and talented cast and some iconic guest stars, the show is fun, refreshing and well thought-out. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for thought-out

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This commitment to investing in people, listening intently, and acting on feedback drives continuous improvement, proving that exceptional service is a deliberate outcome of strong leadership and a responsive culture.

— Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Van Staden was joined in the sin-bin in the next minute by Cobus Reinach for a deliberate knock-on.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of deliberate

Adjective

Others have a tight, considered design, especially the islands meant to highlight a specific weapon or gadget.

— Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026
Six others are still at large and considered fugitives, including a Caracas TV network mogul who was close to the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez and his successor, Nicolás Maduro, who is being held in a New York jail on federal drug charges.

— Jay Weaver July 21, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Definition of considered

Adjective

Interestingly, none of our 25 calculated ‘breaches’ outside of the pandemic years saw a club exceed the 115 per cent threshold, which would now incur a sporting sanction.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
For decades, departments like finance, operations and product have operated under this standard of calculated risk.

— Tobin Thomas, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of calculated

Adjective

None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.

— Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2026

Definition of reasoned

Adjective

The angular build brings in thoughtful symmetry and lots of tabletop space to curate a varied display of coffee table books and knickknacks.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026
Ranjit Bawa, chief technology and ventures officer at Deloitte, also recommends giving employees autonomy to make thoughtful decisions around when to use AI.

— Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of thoughtful

Adjective

Apply the serum directly to sparse areas of your brows, being careful to avoid letting the product touch other areas of your skin.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2026
According to the researchers, careful process design and optimization as well as architecture simplification could help in solving most of these issues, something that industrial production focuses on much more than academic researchers.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of careful

Adjective

The planned purchase indicates Taiwan’s learning lessons from the armed conflicts in Ukraine and Iran to hopefully deter an attack by China, while at the same time turbocharging its domestic drone industry.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
The planned 1,000-volt architecture could help close this gap.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026

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