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   consideration

   /kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. careful thought, typically over a period of time: "your case needs very careful investigation and consideration" Similar thoughtdeliberationreflectioncontemplationcogitationruminationponderingmeditationmusingmullingexaminationinspectionscrutinyanalysisreviewdiscussionattentionheednoticeregard
   • ▪ a fact or a motive taken into account in deciding something: "the idea was motivated by political considerations" Similar factorissuepointconcernitemmatterelementdetailaspectfacetfeaturedeterminant
   • ▪ thoughtfulness and sensitivity towards 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; esteem. archaic

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

   Scrabble Points: 16

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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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   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. thoughtful or sympathetic regard or respect; thoughtfulness for others: They showed no consideration for his feelings. Synonyms: concern, kindliness, kindness.

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   1. the act or an instance of considering; deliberation; contemplation. 2. take into consideration to bear in mind; consider. 3. under consideration being currently discussed or deliberated. 4. a fact or circumstance to be taken into account when making a judgment or decision.

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