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   Con·sid·er·a·tion

   /kənˌsidərˈāSHən/

   

   noun

   • 1. careful thought, typically over a period of time: "a long process involving a great deal of careful consideration" Similar thoughtdeliberationreflectioncontemplationcogitationruminationponderingmeditationmusingmullingexaminationinspectionscrutinyanalysisreviewdiscussionattentionheednoticeregard
   • ▪ a fact or a motive taken into account in deciding or judging something: "the idea was motivated by political considerations" Similar factorissuepointconcernitemmatterelementdetailaspectfacetfeaturedeterminant
   • ▪ thoughtfulness and sensitivity toward others: "companies should show more consideration for their employees" Similar attentivenessconsideratenessthoughtfulnessconcerncaresolicitousnesssolicitudemindfulnesskindnesskindlinessunderstandingrespectsensitivitytactdiscretionunselfishnesscompassionsympathycharitygenerositybenevolencefriendlinessOpposite disregardthoughtlessness
   • 2. a payment or reward: "you can buy the books for a small consideration" Similar paymentfeepremiumremunerationcompensationrecompenseemolumentperquisitecommissionpercentageshareportiondividendinformal:cuttakewhacksliceslice of the cakepiece of the action
   • ▪ (in a contractual agreement) anything given or promised or forborne by one party in exchange for the promise or undertaking of another.
   • 3. importance; consequence. archaic

   Word Origin late Middle English: via Old French from Latin consideratio(n-), from considerare ‘examine’.

   Scrabble Points: 16

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2. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › considerationconsideration noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   to think about and include a particular thing or fact when you are forming an opinion or making a decision. The candidates' experience and qualifications will be taken into consideration when the decision is made. Taking everything into consideration, the event was a great success. Extra Examples.

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   Definitions of 'consideration'. 1. Consideration is careful thought about something. [...] 2. If something is under consideration, it is being discussed. [...] 3. If you show consideration, you pay attention to the needs, wishes, or feelings of other people.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › considerationCONSIDERATION definition | Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   CONSIDERATION meaning: 1. something that you have to think about when you make decisions or plans: 2. careful thought…. Learn more.

5. en.thefreedictionary.com › considerationConsideration - definition of consideration by The Free ...

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   Define consideration. consideration synonyms, consideration pronunciation, consideration translation, English dictionary definition of consideration. n. 1. a. Careful thought; deliberation: We will give your proposal consideration. b. A result of considering; an opinion or a judgment: Is it your...

6. www.merriam-webstercollegiate.com › dictionary › considerationConsideration | Definition of consideration by Merriam-Webster

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   Define consideration: careful thought : the act of thinking carefully about something you will make a decision about—usage, synonyms, more.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english-word › considerationCONSIDERATION - Find out everything about this English word ...

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   Definitions of 'consideration'. 1. Consideration is careful thought about something. [...] 2. If something is under consideration, it is being discussed. [...] 3. If you show consideration, you pay attention to the needs, wishes, or feelings of other people.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryCONSIDERATION definition | Cambridge Essential American ...

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   CONSIDERATION meaning: 1. something that you have to think about when you make decisions: 2. the quality of thinking…. Learn more.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › considerationMeaning of consideration in Essential English Dictionary

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   consideration definition: 1. something that you have to think about when you make decisions: 2. the quality of thinking…. Learn more.

10. ludwig.guru › s › considerationconsideration | English Definition & Examples | Ludwig

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    "consideration" is a correct and usable word in written English. It is used to describe the process of carefully thinking about something, and is commonly used in formal contexts. Example sentence: We need to give serious consideration to the long-term effects of this policy.

11. en.m.wiktionary.org › wiki › considerationconsideration - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

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    Aug 28, 2024 · Something considered as a reason or ground for a (possible) decision. Synonyms: factor, motive, reason. The tendency to consider others. You showed remarkable consideration in giving up your place for your friend.