Consideration

Quick meaning: Consideration is a noun meaning The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).

Meaning

The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).

More Meanings

1. Something considered as a reason or ground for a (possible) decision.
2. The tendency to consider others and make allowances for their needs or desires.
3. A payment or other recompense for something done.
4. Importance or regard; a claim to notice or attention.
5. (law) A matter of inducement for something promised; something valuable given as recompense for a promise, which causes the promise to become binding as a contract.

Example Sentences

After much consideration, I have decided to stay.

Sure I'll move my car, but only for a consideration.

Consideration of environmental effects is needed when choosing material.

You showed remarkable consideration in giving up your place for your friend.

Word Forms

• considerations

Synonyms for consideration

Depending on context, synonyms include cogitation, contemplation, deliberation, mulling, musing, pondering.

Antonyms for consideration

Common opposites include thoughtlessness, inconsideration, inconsiderateness.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include thoughtfulness, considerateness, circumstance, condition, retainer, considering.

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