Premeditat
/ˌpriːˌmɛdɪˈteɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To think out or plan an act, especially a crime, beforehand.
The defendant was charged with premeditating the crime before carrying it out.
- (adj.) Done with premeditation; planned or arranged in advance.
The jury found the killing was premeditated and deliberate.
Forms
- premeditate
- premeditated
- premeditating
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Commentary
Premeditation is a critical element distinguishing certain degrees of criminal liability, particularly in homicide offenses.
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