How to use the English word deliberately in sentences

 "Deliberately" means intentionally or on purpose, often with careful consideration. It implies that an action wasn't accidental but a conscious choice.

Here's how to use "deliberately" in sentences:

Using "Deliberately"

• To describe an intentional action:

  • She deliberately left the door unlocked so I could get in.

  • He deliberately ignored my question, which made me feel dismissed.

  • The artist deliberately chose vibrant colors to create a sense of energy.

• To emphasize careful thought or slowness:

  • She spoke deliberately, choosing each word with care.

  • The old man walked deliberately across the icy path to avoid slipping.

  • The committee proceeded deliberately with the complex negotiations.

• When implying a negative or calculated intent:

  • The company deliberately misled its customers about the product's features.

  • He deliberately provoked an argument to get attention.

  • It was a deliberately cruel remark designed to hurt her feelings.

Common Collocations

"Deliberately" often pairs with verbs that involve decision-making or controlled actions:

• Deliberately choose

• Deliberately ignore

• Deliberately mislead

• Deliberately slow

• Deliberately conceal

It can also be used with adjectives to describe something that was intentionally created or designed:

• A deliberately ambiguous statement

• A deliberately understated design

"Deliberately" vs. "On Purpose" / "Intentionally"

While "deliberately," "on purpose," and "intentionally" are often interchangeable, "deliberately" can sometimes carry a stronger nuance of careful thought, planning, or a more considered action, especially when the act is negative or potentially harmful.

• "He broke the vase on purpose" (simple intention).

• "He deliberately broke the vase" (suggests he planned it or thought about it before acting).