Considerate: meaning, definitions and examples

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considerate

 

[ kənˈsɪdərət ]

Context #1

in social interactions

showing careful thought and good judgement, especially about other people's feelings and needs

Synonyms

attentive, compassionate, kind, thoughtful

Examples of usage

  • He was always considerate towards his colleagues, making sure to listen to their opinions.
  • She is known for her considerate nature, always putting others' needs before her own.
  • I appreciate your considerate gesture of bringing me a cup of coffee.

Translations

Translations of the word "considerate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atencioso

🇮🇳 विचारशील

🇩🇪 rücksichtsvoll

🇮🇩 penuh perhatian

🇺🇦 уважний

🇵🇱 troskliwy

🇯🇵 思いやりのある

🇫🇷 prévenant

🇪🇸 considerado

🇹🇷 düşünceli

🇰🇷 사려 깊은

🇸🇦 مراعٍ

🇨🇿 ohleduplný

🇸🇰 ohľaduplný

🇨🇳 体贴的

🇸🇮 pozoren

🇮🇸 tillitssamur

🇰🇿 ұқыпты

🇬🇪 გულუხვი

🇦🇿 diqqətcil

🇲🇽 considerado

Word origin

The word 'considerate' originated from the Latin word 'consideratus', which means 'examined' or 'deliberated'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the idea of thoughtfulness and empathy towards others. The concept of being considerate has been valued in various cultures throughout history, emphasizing the importance of showing respect and understanding towards fellow individuals.

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