consider

Definitions

1. verb

   To think about something seriously.

   Examples

   • Consider that we've had three major events and the year has barely begun.
   • You should consider other views before you decide.
   ≈bethink≈reflect≈take≈afterthink≈agitate +25 more
2. verb

   To think about something carefully before deciding.

   Examples

   • Please consider the proposal carefully before deciding.
   • She took a moment to consider her options.
   ≈afterthink≈agitate≈bethink≈call to mind≈chew +22 more
3. verb

   To think about whether to do something.

   Examples

   • He's considering a career change.
   • They're considering moving to another city.
   ≈think of≈bethink
4. verb

   To think of someone or something in a certain way.

   Examples

   • Consider yourself lucky.
   • I considered the pie undercooked.
   ≈deem≈regard≈think of≈account≈appraise +16 more
5. verb

   To look at something carefully.

   Examples

   • She sat there for a moment, considering him.
   • He considered the painting for a long time.
   ≈regard≈observe≈attend≈clock≈consider +15 more
6. verb

   To use something as an example.

   Examples

   • Consider the case of a falling object.
   • Let us consider a simple example first.
   ≈take
7. verb

   To discuss a proposal and decide on it.

   Examples

   • The committee will consider the motion at its next meeting.
   • The board considered the proposal and voted to approve it.
   ≈deliberate≈bethink
8. verb

   To take other people's needs into account.

   Examples

   • He never seems to consider the feelings of others.
   • Please consider the neighbors and keep the noise down.
   ≈take into account≈hear
9. verb

   To believe or have an opinion.

   Examples

   • I consider him to be a great leader.
   • She considers herself lucky to have such friends.