Read the passage from "An Essay on Man.” Sedate and quiet the comparing lies,
Formed but to check, deliberate, and advise.
Self-love still stronger, as its objects nigh;
Reason’s at distance, and in prospect lie:

From the context clues, the reader can determine that deliberate means to

avoid telling the complete truth.
think about something seriously.
develop a logical philosophy.
gain perspective on a topic.