consider

verb

US /kənˈsɪdər/

Word Forms

present tense
I/you/we/they	consider
he/she/it	considers
present participle	considering
past tense	considered
past participle	considered

1
intransitive/transitive to think about something carefully before making a decision or developing an opinion
She paused and considered for a moment.
an important factor to consider when choosing a school
consider whether:
He is considering whether to accept another job offer.
consider doing something:
He’s considering buying a used car.
At one time I seriously considered leaving.
Synonyms and related words
To think carefully or a lot about things
consider
plan
think out
1. 1a
  transitive to formally discuss something before making a decision about it
  The committee met to consider issues relating to road maintenance.
  The jury went out to consider its verdict.
  consider someone/something for something:
  Her manuscript is being considered for publication.
  Synonyms and related words
  To discuss something
  discuss
  consider
  talk
2
intransitive/transitive to think that something may exist or may be true
consider the possibility:
Have you considered the possibility that he just doesn’t like you?
consider that:
He did not even consider that she might have a different idea.
Synonyms and related words
To imagine, or to use your imagination
imagine
suppose
think up
3
transitive to have a particular opinion about someone or something
consider someone/something (to be) something:
We all considered him a hero.
Remarks like this are generally considered to be unacceptable today.
They consider it inevitable that some jobs will be lost.
Consider yourself lucky that I didn’t mention it to the boss!
Synonyms and related words
To have an opinion or opinions
think
believe in
say
4
transitive to think about someone’s feelings or reactions
I need to consider my family before I make my decision.
Synonyms and related words
To pay attention
concentrate
focus
listen
5
transitive formalto look at someone or something in a particular way
He considered me curiously.
Synonyms and related words
General words meaning to look or not look
look around
look
check on

phrases

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