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consider

 

[ kənˈsɪdər ]

Context #1

take into account

to think about carefully, especially in order to make a decision. To regard or treat in a particular way. To have a particular opinion about someone or something. To believe that someone is something, or has a particular quality.

Synonyms

contemplate, evaluate, ponder, reflect

Examples of usage

  • We must consider all the options before making a decision.
  • She is considered one of the best in her field.
  • I consider it a privilege to work with such talented individuals.
Context #2

take into consideration

to take into account when making a decision. To think about something carefully in order to make a decision. To bear in mind.

Synonyms

take into account, take into consideration, take into thought

Examples of usage

  • When planning the project, we need to consider the budget constraints.
  • It is important to consider the impact of our actions on the environment.
Context #3

think about

to give attention to someone or something in order to understand it or them. To spend time considering a possible future action. To consider something to be true or likely based on what you know.

Synonyms

contemplate, deliberate, mull over, ponder

Examples of usage

  • I need some time to consider your proposal before giving an answer.
  • Have you considered the consequences of your decision?

Translations

Translations of the word "consider" in other languages:

🇵🇹 considerar

🇮🇳 विचार करना

🇩🇪 betrachten

🇮🇩 mempertimbangkan

🇺🇦 розглядати

🇵🇱 rozważać

🇯🇵 考慮する (kōryo suru)

🇫🇷 considérer

🇪🇸 considerar

🇹🇷 düşünmek

🇰🇷 고려하다 (goryeohada)

🇸🇦 ينظر في

🇨🇿 zvážit

🇸🇰 zvážiť

🇨🇳 考虑 (kǎolǜ)

🇸🇮 razmisliti

🇮🇸 íhuga

🇰🇿 қарастыру

🇬🇪 განხილვა

🇦🇿 nəzərdən keçirmək

🇲🇽 considerar

Word origin

The word 'consider' originated from the Latin word 'considerare' which means 'to examine, observe'. It was first recorded in English in the late 14th century. Over time, the word evolved to encompass the meanings of thinking carefully, taking into account, and regarding something in a particular way. 'Consider' has been widely used in English literature and everyday language to express the act of thoughtful contemplation and evaluation.

See also: considerable, considerably, considerate, considerately, considerateness, consideration, considerative, considering, inconsiderate, inconsiderately, reconsider, reconsideration.