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Synonyms & Similar Words
contemplating
pondering
reflecting
weighing
deliberating
thinking
musing
meditating
ruminating
brooding
considering
studying
examining
analyzing
evaluating
assessing
judging
reviewing
inspecting
surveying
viewing
looking
regarding
taking into account
bearing in mind
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thinking over
turning over in one's mind
chewing over
cogitating
speculating
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intellectualizing
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accounting for
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bearing in mind
keeping in view
looking at
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paying attention to
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hearing
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considering
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entertaining
giving thought to
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devoting thought to
applying one's mind to
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Meaning of Considering
The primary meaning of the word "considering" is to think carefully about something, taking it into account or bearing it in mind.
Definitions
- The act of giving thought to a subject or situation, weighing the pros and cons, and making a judgment or decision.
- To think about something carefully, taking it into account or bearing it in mind, before making a decision or judgment.
- To regard or view something in a particular way, or from a certain perspective, taking its characteristics, qualities, or circumstances into account.
Etymology of Considering
The word "considering" originates from the Latin words "con" meaning "together" and "sider" meaning "star", with the Latin verb "considerare" meaning "to study the stars" or "to ponder".
Historically, the word "considering" has been used since the 15th century, initially meaning "to study the stars" or "to observe", and later evolving to mean "to think carefully about something" or "to ponder".
Example Uses
- Considering the weather forecast, we decided to postpone the picnic.
- She spent hours considering her options before making a decision.
- When considering a new job offer, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons.
- The committee is considering several proposals for the new community center.
- Considering his background and experience, he is an ideal candidate for the position.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ignoring
disregarding
neglecting
overlooking
dismissing
rejecting
refusing
declining
spurning
rebuffing
snubbing
shunning
avoiding
evading
dodging
skipping
passing over
glossing over
glancing over
scanning
skimming
brushing aside
pushing aside
setting aside
laying aside
putting aside
turning a blind eye to
turning a deaf ear to
shutting one's eyes to
closing one's eyes to
blocking out
tuning out
switching off
turning off
cutting off
severing
disconnecting
disengaging
detaching
separating
divorcing
isolating
insulating
secluding
hiding
concealing
covering up
masking
disguising
camouflaging
distorting
misrepresenting
misinterpreting
misconstruing