How Do You Spell MEASURED?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛʒəd] (IPA)

The word "measured" is spelled with the letters m-e-a-s-u-r-e-d. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /ˈmɛʒərd/. The initial "m" is pronounced as a voiced bilabial nasal sound, followed by the "e" sound which is pronounced as a mid front unrounded vowel. The "zh" sound is represented by the letter "s" in the word, and it is pronounced as a voiced postalveolar fricative. The final syllable "-ured" is pronounced with a rounded vowel sound /ʊ/ and a flap consonant /ɾ/.

MEASURED Meaning and Definition

  1. Measured (adjective):

    1. Determined or calculated with precision, accuracy, or care, often involving specific units or intervals.

    2. Performed or done deliberately, cautiously, or responsibly, considering the possible consequences or circumstances.

    3. Exhibiting self-control, restraint, or composure in actions, words, or behavior, especially in challenging or high-pressure situations.

    4. Marked by moderation, balance, or proportion, characterized by a sense of harmony.

    5. Pertaining to music, characterized by regular rhythm, beat, or tempo.

    6. Encased within or indicated by a defined quantity or amount, usually applied to liquids or substances and expressed by appropriate units of measurement.

    7. Having a definite or precise quantity, size, or dimension, often quantified or assessed against standard units.

    8. Often used in the context of clothing or garments, referring to a specific length, size, or fit that is suitable or corresponding to a particular stature or body type.

    9. Carefully evaluated, monitored, or assessed, typically through observation, gauging, or quantification, in order to obtain a precise outcome or result.

    10. Expressing or conveying a meaning, idea, or thought in a clear, concise, or unambiguous manner.

  2. Uniform; steady; limited or restricted.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of MEASURED

The word "measured" originated from the verb "measure", which can be traced back to the Latin word "mensura", meaning "a measuring, measurement, measurement of time". It ultimately comes from the Latin verb "metiri", which means "to measure, to gauge". The term "measured" entered the English language in the 14th century, evolving from the Middle English word "mesuren". It retained the same sense of "done with proper measure or proportion" throughout its development.

Similar spelling words for MEASURED

Conjugate verb Measured

CONDITIONAL

I would measure
we would measure
you would measure
he/she/it would measure
they would measure

FUTURE

I will measure
we will measure
you will measure
he/she/it will measure
they will measure

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have measured
we will have measured
you will have measured
he/she/it will have measured
they will have measured

PAST

I measured
we measured
you measured
he/she/it measured
they measured

PAST PERFECT

I had measured
we had measured
you had measured
he/she/it had measured
they had measured

PRESENT

I measure
we measure
you measure
he/she/it measures
they measure

PRESENT PERFECT

I have measured
we have measured
you have measured
he/she/it has measured
they have measured
I am measuring
we are measuring
you are measuring
he/she/it is measuring
they are measuring
I was measuring
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I will be measuring
we will be measuring
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