1. adjusted or marked with a scale of measurement for accuracy
2. carefully planned or designed to achieve a specific effect

Examples

• The thermometer was properly calibrated before the experiment.
• Scientists used calibrated instruments to measure the temperature.
• The scale needs to be calibrated to show accurate weights.
• Her response was carefully calibrated to avoid offense.
• The company made a calibrated decision to expand slowly.
• The calibrated approach helped them achieve better results.
• All measuring devices must be calibrated regularly for precision.