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Synonyms & Similar Words
ponder
think
reflect
deliberate
weigh
examine
evaluate
assess
judge
mull
contemplate
meditate
ruminate
considerate
deliberate
thoughtful
heed
regard
look
view
inspect
survey
study
analyze
review
think over
turn over
entertain
bear in mind
keep in mind
take into account
factor in
allow for
entertain the idea
toy with
muse
brood
cogitate
reason
intellectualize
speculate
hypothesize
Meaning of Consider
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "consider" means to think carefully about something, typically in order to make a decision or judgment.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "consider" as to think about or reflect on something, or to regard or treat something in a particular way.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "consider" as to think carefully about something before making a decision, or to believe that something is true or exists.
Example Uses
- I will consider your proposal and get back to you by the end of the week.
- She considered the options carefully before making a decision.
- We should consider the potential consequences of our actions.
- He considered himself lucky to have escaped the accident uninjured.
- The company will consider all applicants, regardless of their background.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dismiss
ignore
overlook
neglect
disregard
reject
refuse
deny
oppose
contradict
disagree
dismissive
inconsiderate
thoughtless
impulsive
rash
hasty
careless
reckless
spontaneous
frivolous
capricious
whimsical
arbitrary
superficial
shallow
cursory