verb
consider
kuhn-SIHD-uh
verb
1
To think carefully about something before making a decision.
"Please consider all the options before you sign anything."
"She's considering a career change."
2
To regard or judge someone or something as having a particular quality.
"Many consider him the best chef in the city."
3
To show regard or respect for someone's feelings or circumstances.
"You should consider your neighbours before playing loud music at night."
How to Use Consider
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo think something over, or to view someone/something in a particular way.
Common pairings
consider the options
consider carefully
all things considered
Word Forms
considered past tense, considers singular
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Etymology
From Middle French considerer, from Latin considerare, originally thought to relate to observing the stars (sidus, "star") before making a decision.