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Definition consideration in British English

consideration noun

noun
/kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ careful, detailed, due, serious

1

careful thought before making a decision or judgment about something

Example

We have given careful consideration to your claim for compensation.

Example

After serious consideration of all the issues, the school decided to expel the three students.

Example

Here are a few questions for your consideration.

Example

One of the possibilities under consideration (=being thought about) is closing the street to motor vehicles.

Synonyms and related words
thought consideration assessment
1.1

something that you must think about carefully before you make a decision or judgment

Example

practical/ethical/political considerations

Example

For most people, the most important consideration in choosing a mortgage is the cost of repayments.

Synonyms and related words
feature priority element
2

a kind way of behaving that shows you care about other people's feelings and needs

Example

She treats all her patients with consideration and respect.

Example

Reporters stayed away out of consideration for the family.

Example

Try showing a little more consideration for others.

Synonyms and related words
kindness generosity hospitality
3

a payment for something someone has done for you

Synonyms and related words
payment advance premium
4

something that is promised or given by one party to a contract in return for something promised or given by another party

Example

Both parties to the contract must provide consideration.

Synonyms and related words
abatable accrual alienate
Definition consideration in British English