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consider
[ kuhn-sid-er ]
verb (used with object)
- to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on:
He considered the cost before buying the new car.
Synonyms: weigh, deliberate, ponder
- to regard as or deem to be:
I consider the story improbable.
- to think, believe, or suppose:
We consider his reply unsatisfactory.
- to bear in mind; make allowance for:
The arrest was justified if you consider his disorderly behavior.
- to pay attention to; regard:
He considered the man for some time before speaking to him.
- to regard with respect, thoughtfulness, honor, etc.; esteem.
- to think about (something that one might do, accept, buy, etc.):
to consider a job in Guatemala.
- Obsolete. to view attentively; scrutinize.
- Obsolete. to recompense or remunerate.
verb (used without object)
- to think deliberately or carefully; reflect.
- to view carefully or thoughtfully.
consider
/ kənˈsɪdə /
verb
- also intr to think carefully about or ponder on (a problem, decision, etc); contemplate
- may take a clause as object to judge, deem, or have as an opinion
I consider him a fool
- to have regard for; respect
consider your mother's feelings
- to look at; regard
he considered her face
- may take a clause as object to bear in mind as possible or acceptable
when buying a car consider this make
- to describe or discuss
in this programme we consider the traffic problem
- may take a clause as object to keep in mind and make allowances (for)
consider his childhood
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Derived Forms
- conˈsiderer, noun
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Other Words From
- con·sider·er noun
- precon·sider verb (used with object)
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of consider1
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Example Sentences
But consider how citizens here in the States are now being arrested for posting threatening messages aimed at police on Facebook.
That is a distinction with a sociological difference—for many, an uncomfortable one to consider.
We knew that many academics today would consider our mission naïve.
Consider, too, that in this digital age, making something public is not only easier but has greater reach.
These young adults have voluntarily checked out of a political system they consider corrupt and dysfunctional.
Women generally consider consequences in love, seldom in resentment.
Entrez donc, 'tis the work of one of your compatriots; and here, though a heretic, you may consider yourself on English ground.
Election of representatives from New York to consider the federal constitution held.
It is a very common error to consider these deposits as evidence of excessive excretion.
But consider what it will be when the system is adopted on a more comprehensive scale.
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