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   con·sid·er·a·tion

   /kənˌsidərˈāSHən/

   noun

   • 1. careful thought, typically over a period of time: "a long process involving a great deal of careful consideration" Similar thoughtdeliberationreflectioncontemplationcogitationruminationponderingmeditationmusingmullingexaminationinspectionscrutinyanalysisreviewdiscussionattentionheednoticeregard
   • ▪ a fact or a motive taken into account in deciding or judging something: "the idea was motivated by political considerations" Similar factorissuepointconcernitemmatterelementdetailaspectfacetfeaturedeterminant
   • ▪ thoughtfulness and sensitivity toward others: "companies should show more consideration for their employees" Similar attentivenessconsideratenessthoughtfulnessconcerncaresolicitousnesssolicitudemindfulnesskindnesskindlinessunderstandingrespectsensitivitytactdiscretionunselfishnesscompassionsympathycharitygenerositybenevolencefriendlinessOpposite disregardthoughtlessness
   • 2. a payment or reward: "you can buy the books for a small consideration" Similar paymentfeepremiumremunerationcompensationrecompenseemolumentperquisitecommissionpercentageshareportiondividendinformal:cuttakewhacksliceslice of the cakepiece of the action
   • ▪ (in a contractual agreement) anything given or promised or forborne by one party in exchange for the promise or undertaking of another.
   • 3. importance; consequence. archaic

   Word Origin late Middle English: via Old French from Latin consideratio(n-), from considerare ‘examine’.

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   the act of thinking about something carefully: After some consideration, we've decided to sell the house. careful considerationThe whole matter needs (to be given) careful consideration. More examplesFewer examples. As I was just saying, I think the proposal needs further consideration.

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   Consideration is kindness and thoughtful regard for others, or an act of thoughtfulness. Treating others as you would have them treat you (the Golden Rule) is one example of consideration.

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   noun. the act of considering; careful thought; meditation; deliberation: I will give your project full consideration. Synonyms: rumination, contemplation, reflection, attention. something that is or is to be kept in mind in making a decision, evaluating facts, etc.: Age was an important consideration in the decision.

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