noun · 12 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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/kənˌsɪd.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/
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rhymes with -eɪʃən
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Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Examples
After much consideration, I have decided to stay.
Consideration of environmental effects is needed when choosing material.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: deliberation, thought
Antonyms: none provided
2
noun
Meaning 2
Something considered as a reason or ground for a (possible) decision.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: factor, motive, reason
Antonyms: none provided
3
noun
Meaning 3
The tendency to consider others and make allowances for their needs or desires.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Examples
You showed remarkable consideration in giving up your place for your friend.
Will you noisy children show some consideration and stop your infernal screaming? I'm trying to study!
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
4
noun
Meaning 4
A payment or other recompense for something done.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Examples
Sure I'll move my car, but only for a consideration.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
5
noun
Meaning 5
A matter of inducement for something promised; something valuable given as recompense for a promise, which causes the promise to become binding as a contract.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Topics: law
Examples
In consideration of the performance of B's obligations hereunder, A hereby grants to B's personal license.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
6
noun
Meaning 6
Importance or regard; a claim to notice or attention.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
7
noun
Meaning 7
a considerate and thoughtful act
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: thoughtfulness
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: kindness, benignity
8
noun
Meaning 8
kind and considerate regard for others
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
he showed no consideration for her feelings
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: considerateness, thoughtfulness
Antonyms: inconsideration
Broader terms: kindness
Narrower terms: attentiveness, tact, tactfulness
9
noun
Meaning 9
the process of giving careful thought to something
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: thinking, thought, thought process, cerebration, intellection, mentation