consider
verb
con·sid·er kən-ˈsi-dər 
considered; considering kən-ˈsi-d(ə-)riŋ
transitive verb
1
: to think about carefully: such as
a
: to think of especially with regard to taking some action
is considering you for the job
considered moving to the city
b
: to take into account
The defendant's age must be considered.
2
: to regard or treat in an attentive or kindly way
He considered her every wish.
3
: to gaze on steadily or reflectively
The old gentleman considered him attentively.
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: to come to judge or classify
consider thrift essential
5
: regard
His works are well considered abroad.
6
: suppose
I consider it's best that he left when he did.
intransitive verb
: reflect, deliberate
paused a moment to consider
Synonyms
- account
- call
- count
- esteem
- hold
- look (on or upon)
- rate
- reckon
- regard
- set down
- view
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Example Sentences
We are considering you for the job. She refused to consider my request. He seriously considered changing careers. The jury has considered the evidence and reached a verdict. The policy was well researched and well considered. Please consider what I've said. We never considered the possibility that the plan could fail. He paused a moment to consider before responding. You have to consider that he is only three years old. When you consider how long she worked there, it's surprising that she would leave so suddenly. See More
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Vogue, 13 Sep. 2022 What has changed now for the FTC to consider amending the Funeral Rule and what needs to happen for some of these proposals to be implemented? Carson Kessler, ProPublica, 12 Sep. 2022 The list above represents our honest picks for the best indoor garden kits to consider in 2022. Mike Richard, Men's Health, 12 Sep. 2022 While there are a variety of child car seat types, styles, and brands for new parents to consider, an infant car seat will likely be the best option for the first few months following the child's birth. Jon Langston, Car and Driver, 10 Sep. 2022 At least three other states — California, Kentucky and Vermont — will have similar questions for voters to consider. Phillip M. Bailey, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2022 There also are other reasons for OPEC to consider supply cuts. Rochelle Toplensky, WSJ, 5 Sep. 2022 Hanzman said he was heartened by how many people asked for the court to consider awards for extended family members like stepsiblings and in-laws. Patricia Mazzei, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Sep. 2022 Another factor for the Cubs to consider is having Reyes and Patrick Wisdom in the same lineup over the course of a full season. Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French considerer, from Latin considerare to observe, think about, from com- + sider-, sidus heavenly body
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1
Phrases Containing consider
Kids Definition
consider
verb
con·sid·er kən-ˈsi-dər
considered; considering
1
: to think over carefully : ponder, reflect
He should consider moving.
2
: to treat in a kind or thoughtful way
You never consider my feelings.
3
: to think of in a certain way : believe
I consider vacation a good time to do some reading.
consider
verb
1
as in to regard
to think of in a particular way I consider him a very good friend Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- regard
- call
- view
- think
- count
- believe
- deem
- reckon
- account
- rate
- feel
- imagine
- take for
- set down
- hold
- esteem
- sense
- look (on or upon)
- conceive
- fancy
2
as in to contemplate
to give serious and careful thought to carefully considering our options Synonyms & Similar Words
- contemplate
- ponder
- entertain
- debate
- question
- study
- weigh
- explore
- analyze
- eye
- review
- deliberate
- ruminate
- cogitate
- meditate
- revolve
- look at
- chew on
- chew over
- perpend
- reason
- mull (over)
- believe
- turn
- kick around
- think (about or over)
- digest
- conclude
- wrestle (with)
- pore (over)
- reminisce
- opine
- beat one's brains out (about)
- cudgel one's brains (about)
- conceive
- absorb
- muse (upon)
- second-guess
- reflect (on or upon)
- assimilate
- speculate (about)
- fixate (on or upon)
- fret (about or over)
- dwell (on or upon)
- brood (about or over)
- obsess (about or over)
- drink (in)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- ignore
- overlook
- slight
- disregard
- dismiss
- reject
- pooh
- pooh-pooh
3
as in to think
to have as an opinion consider the price too high Synonyms & Similar Words
- think
- believe
- imagine
- guess
- suppose
- deem
- figure
- feel
- judge
- perceive
- regard
- conceive
- assume
- allow
- reckon
- accept
- hold
- esteem
- view
- rely
- depend
- presume
- conclude
- trust
- surmise
- presuppose
- infer
- deduce
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- doubt
- suspect
- question
- reject
- distrust
- discredit
- mistrust
- disbelieve
4
as in to anticipate
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) I had to consider the commute in deciding whether to take the job Synonyms & Similar Words
- regard
- anticipate
- contemplate
- expect
- adjust
- reckon with
- foresee
- take into account
- envisage
- plan
- adapt
- factor (in or into)
- face
- figure on
- presume
- take account of
- presuppose
- allow (for)
- condition
- accommodate
- calculate
- provide (for)
- assume
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- disregard
- discount
- factor (out)
5
as in to admire
to think very highly or favorably of her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers Synonyms & Similar Words
- regard
- admire
- respect
- appreciate
- like
- commend
- love
- approve
- enjoy
- praise
- applaud
- love
- set store on
- value
- compliment
- venerate
- esteem
- revere
- relish
- favor
- credit
- adore
- reverence
- savor
- set store by
- fancy
- acclaim
- idolize
- savour
- accredit
- cherish
- worship
- dig
- canonize
- treasure
- hallow
- deify
- drink (in)
- prize
- groove (on)
- delight (in)
- revel (in)
- dote (on)
- adulate
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- hate
- loathe
- detest
- despise
- abhor
- dismiss
- disregard
- condemn
- dislike
- deplore
- disapprove
- decry
- abominate
- discount
- execrate
- vilify
- disdain
- scorn
- discountenance
- frown (on or upon)
- disfavor
- kiss off
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of consider are contemplate, study, and weigh. While all these words mean "to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision," consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision.
refused even to consider my proposal
The synonyms contemplate and consider are sometimes interchangeable, but contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision.
contemplate the consequences of refusing
The meanings of study and consider largely overlap; however, study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae.
study the plan closely
Although the words weigh and consider have much in common, weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence.
weigh the pros and cons of the case