Considerateness: meaning, definitions and examples
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considerateness
[ kənˈsɪdərətnəs ]
in interpersonal relationships
Considerateness is the quality of being thoughtful towards others' feelings and needs, showing empathy and kindness in your actions.
Synonyms
empathy, kindness, thoughtfulness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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considerateness |
Used to describe someone who thinks about the feelings and needs of others, often in subtle ways.
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thoughtfulness |
Used to describe someone who is considerate and mindful of others, often involving planning or foresight to make others feel valued.
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kindness |
Used to describe actions or behaviors that show care, generosity, and friendship towards others.
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empathy |
Used when someone is able to understand and share the feelings of another person, often on a deeper emotional level.
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Examples of usage
- He always shows considerateness towards his colleagues, making sure to listen to their opinions and offer help when needed.
- Her considerateness was evident when she took the time to organize a surprise birthday party for her best friend.
- Considerateness in a relationship can help strengthen the bond between partners and create a more harmonious environment.
- His considerateness towards strangers was seen when he stopped to help an elderly person carry groceries to their car.
- The considerateness of the team members towards each other contributed to the success of the project.
Translations
Translations of the word "considerateness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 consideração
🇮🇳 विचारशीलता
🇩🇪 Rücksichtnahme
🇮🇩 pertimbangan
🇺🇦 уважність
🇵🇱 takt
🇯🇵 配慮 (はいりょ)
🇫🇷 considération
🇪🇸 consideración
🇹🇷 düşüncelilik
🇰🇷 배려 (配慮)
🇸🇦 الاعتبار
🇨🇿 ohleduplnost
🇸🇰 ohľaduplnosť
🇨🇳 体贴 (tǐtiē)
🇸🇮 premišljenost
🇮🇸 tillitssemi
🇰🇿 қамқорлық
🇬🇪 გათვალისწინება
🇦🇿 diqqət
🇲🇽 consideración
Etymology
The word 'considerateness' originates from the verb 'considerate,' which comes from the Latin word 'consideratus,' meaning 'examined' or 'considered.' The concept of considerateness has been valued in various cultures throughout history, emphasizing the importance of thinking about others' well-being and feelings. Being considerate is seen as a virtue in many societies, promoting positive social interactions and fostering relationships.
See also: consider, considerable, considerably, considerate, considerately, consideration, considerative, considering, inconsiderate, inconsiderately, reconsider, reconsideration.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,848, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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