Done on purpose; intentional.
Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.
Of a person, weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; slow in determining.
Not hasty or sudden; slow.
To consider the reasons for and against anything; to reflect.
To consider carefully; to weigh well in the mind.
That operates to produce an effect.
Any of a class of behaviors that produce consequences by operating (i.e., acting) upon the environment.
An operative person or thing.