consideration

/kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/
noun
  1. Careful thought, typically over a period of time.
    • Give the matter some serious consideration before making a decision.
    • The proposal is still under consideration by the committee.
    • After careful consideration, she decided to accept the job offer.
  2. Thoughtfulness and sensitivity toward the feelings or needs of others.
    • A good leader acts with consideration for everyone on the team.
    • Out of consideration for the neighbors, they kept the party quiet.
    • He showed great consideration by letting his sister choose the movie.
  3. A factor taken into account when making a decision or judgment.
    • Safety was the main consideration in designing the playground.
    • Cost is an important consideration when buying a car.
    • Several considerations led to the change in schedule.
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