1
as in calculated
decided on as a result of careful thought
a measured response to the terrorist attack
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in limited
having distinct or certain limits
the measured authority of the mayor in running the town's affairs
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in rhythmic
marked by or occurring with a noticeable regularity in the rise and fall of sound
the soldier's funeral procession moved along to the measured beating of a drum
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in gauged
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
for this experiment, you need to carefully measure all the chemicals before you mix them together
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in controlled
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
he carefully measured his response to the provocative question
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of measured
Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Ideally, the Islanders would have taken a more measured approach with a player in their 20s who can help improve the team now and in the future.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
J. Carson Meredith, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
Another approach to fair allocation is to give marathon spots to people who value them highly, but measured in ways other than money.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for measured
Adjective
Bailey has taken a more measured approach, emphasizing that the public needs to understand the TRUST Act and the immigration process as part of a larger effort to build legislative support to overturn the law.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Ideally, the Islanders would have taken a more measured approach with a player in their 20s who can help improve the team now and in the future.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
On a whim, Jie measured the rate at which oxygen passed through the film.
—J. Carson Meredith, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
Another approach to fair allocation is to give marathon spots to people who value them highly, but measured in ways other than money.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for measured
Recent Examples of Synonyms for measured
Adjective
-
In an industry increasingly defined by borderless storytelling and bite-sized consumption, Chinese production powerhouse Linmon Media is making a calculated – and ambitious – bet on both.—
Faye Bradley,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
-
Prosecutors described the operation as calculated and predatory.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
-
This situation concerns me not only because of the limited space and physical strain, but also because they’re retired and living on a fixed income.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
-
Beneficiaries are people with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have a qualifying disability.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
-
The finespun rhythmic intuition of Morgan and Royston, who played with Frisell on 2020’s Valentine, and the richness of the string section, despite its small size, work together to ensure the record’s easy dynamism; both give freedom to Frisell’s playing, but also decenter him when necessary.—
Archie Forde,
Pitchfork,
6 Mar. 2026
-
When playing together, the two soloists — both expert — never slipped out of rhythmic and generously expressive sync, but Hoopes’ violin sounded steely when pressed.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The economists sifted through individual-level data on mortgages and consumption and gauged changes in borrowing based on the effect of rate reductions on boosting asset prices.—
Malcolm Scott,
Bloomberg,
4 Mar. 2026
-
And there were rumors that the Dodgers had gauged trade interest in Hernandez over the winter.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
Congress, controlled by Republicans, provided some $170 billion in last year's tax cuts bill to fuel the effort, more than tripling the budget of ICE.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Mar. 2026
-
The Congress, controlled by Republicans, provided some $170 billion in last year’s tax cuts bill to fuel the effort, more than tripling the budget of ICE.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
-
Nussmeier considered entering last year’s draft but returned to LSU and had a nightmare season that ended with a November abdominal injury.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
-
Credit scores, which impact people's ability and costs to borrow, typically range from 300 to 850, with around 670 and higher considered good.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
The committee weighed the Big Ten final in moving Michigan down one notch and moving Purdue from a 3 to a 2 seed, but didn't seem to pay as much attention to the action in the Big East.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
-
Talking to the Pioneer Press on Friday, Young said the decision weighed heavily on city staff, as residents commonly mention the pool as a favorite amenity in the community.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The law contained exceptions for medical masks, tactical gear and a few other things.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
-
Leaders in the region have long warned that escalation would not be contained, that the conflicts are intertwined and difficult to manage.—
Hadley Gamble,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Measured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measured. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
