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consider

[ kuhn-sid-er ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on:

    He considered the cost before buying the new car.

    Synonyms: , ,

  2. to regard as or deem to be:

    I consider the story improbable.

  3. to think, believe, or suppose:

    We consider his reply unsatisfactory.

  4. to bear in mind; make allowance for:

    The arrest was justified if you consider his disorderly behavior.

  5. to pay attention to; regard:

    He considered the man for some time before speaking to him.

  6. to regard with respect, thoughtfulness, honor, etc.; esteem.
  7. to think about (something that one might do, accept, buy, etc.):

    to consider a job in Guatemala.

  8. Obsolete. to view attentively; scrutinize.
  9. Obsolete. to recompense or remunerate.


verb (used without object)

  1. to think deliberately or carefully; reflect.
  2. to view carefully or thoughtfully.

consider

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verb

  1. also intr to think carefully about or ponder on (a problem, decision, etc); contemplate
  2. may take a clause as object to judge, deem, or have as an opinion

    I consider him a fool

  3. to have regard for; respect

    consider your mother's feelings

  4. to look at; regard

    he considered her face

  5. may take a clause as object to bear in mind as possible or acceptable

    when buying a car consider this make

  6. to describe or discuss

    in this programme we consider the traffic problem

  7. may take a clause as object to keep in mind and make allowances (for)

    consider his childhood

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Derived Forms

  • ³¦´Ç²Ôˈ²õ¾±»å±ð°ù±ð°ù, noun
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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

  • ³¦´Ç²Ô·²õ¾±»åİù·±ð°ù noun
  • ±è°ù±ðc´Ç²Ô·²õ¾±»åİù verb (used with object)
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of consider1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English consideren (from Anglo-French ) from Latin ³¦´Ç²Ô²õÄ«»å±ð°ùÄå°ù±ð “to examine,†equivalent to con- con- + ²õÄ«»å±ð°ù- (stem of ²õÄ«»å³Ü²õ ) “star-group, sky†( sidereal ) + -Äå°ù±ð infinitive suffix
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of consider1

C14: from Latin ³¦´Ç²Ô²õÄ«»å±ð°ùÄå°ù±ð to inspect closely, literally: to observe the stars, from ²õÄ«»å³Ü²õ star
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But he said considering the cost of game development nowadays, he was "surprised" it hadn't gone up in price sooner.

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The charity's annual report states: "The Molly Rose Foundation has received grants from donors that wish to remain anonymous. Having considered their obligations, the Trustees have agreed to respect these wishes."

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The hush-hush arrival of the couple’s newest family member shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise considering they have mostly kept details of their private life away from the public eye.

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"The minister is currently considering what more he can do in 2025/26 with the amount allocated to early learning and childcare in the executive budget."

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Also to be considered are the benefits of adopting a fresh approach under a new head coach to ensure the deficiencies that have contributed to such a poor campaign are not repeated.

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More About Consider

What is a basic definition of consider?

Consider means to think carefully about something, to deem one thing as being another, or to believe something. Consider has several other senses as a verb.

When you are considering something, you are thinking very hard and very seriously about it, especially when you have to make a decision. The act of considering or something that is considered is called consideration.

  • Real-life examples: An investor considers how risky a business is before giving money to it. Hollywood casting agencies consider many different actors and actresses for roles before choosing people. You might consider whether studying for tests will improve your grades (spoiler alert: it will).
  • Used in a sentence: I didn’t consider my friend’s peanut allergy when deciding where we should eat lunch. 

Consider also means to regard one thing as being another. For example, modern scientists no longer consider Pluto to be a planet. Often, this sense of consider is based on a person’s opinion or beliefs rather than facts. However, it is possible that this sense of consider is based on science or truth, as with Pluto (sorry, Pluto fans!).

  • Real-life examples: The Beatles are considered both a rock band and a pop group by most people. Black is not considered an appropriate color for a wedding dress. Almost everyone considers not saying “please†and “thank you†to be rude behavior.
  • Used in a sentence: I don’t consider a hot dog a sandwich. 

Consider also means to think or believe something.

  • Used in a sentence: My teacher considered my essay to be too short and made me write it again. 

Where does consider come from?

The first records of consider come from around 1350. It ultimately comes from Latin verb ³¦´Ç²Ô²õÄ«»å±ð°ùÄå°ù±ð, meaning “to inspect closely.â€

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Consider is a very common word that often means to think carefully about something or to believe an opinion or idea.

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Is consider used correctly in the following sentence?

I always carefully consider all of my options before choosing what to do.

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