thought-out

[ thawt-out ]

adjective

1. produced by or showing the results of much thought:

   a carefully thought-out argument.

thought-out

adjective

1. conceived and developed in the manner specified

   a well thought-out scheme

Other Words From

• well-thought-out adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of thought-out¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

It seems a well-co-ordinated and a thought-out operation - even down to the fact that those praying know to immediately direct me to talk to the two men on the gate.

From BBC

Labour’s Nick Thomas criticised the plan as an "ill thought-out, back of the envelop policy" which "raids the Shared Prosperity plan".

From BBC

There is a carefully thought-out method to the picture’s madness.

From Seattle Times

"Well thought-out schemes, like 20mph limits outside schools, can make our roads safer, but we are raising the bar to help ensure all traffic schemes work for everyone in the community."

From BBC

The position of every knob, lever, and button has been well thought-out and positioned most logically, and engineered to maximize utility.

From Slate

Related Words

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• consistent
• credible
• judicious
• justifiable
• logical
• plausible
• rational
• reasoned
• sane
• sensible
• sober
• thoughtful
• wise