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consider

verb
kuhn-SID-ur/kənˈsɪdɚ/UKkuhn-SID-uh/kənˈsɪdə/

Formsconsiders, considering, considered

5 meanings of consider

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  1. 1
    view asverb
    To think of someone or something in a particular way, or to believe that something is true.

    Like putting a label on someone that says what you think they are.

    Many people consider her the best player on the team.

    They considered him a hero after the rescue.

    UsagePut the quality right after the person: consider her the best, consider him a hero.

    Similarregard

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  2. 2
    think aboutverbtransitive
    To think carefully about something, often before you decide what to do.

    Like turning something over in your hands to look at every side.

    Please consider my idea before you say no.

    She is considering a new job offer this week.

    UsageUse -ing after it: consider taking the job (not incorrect: consider to take).

    Similarweigh, assess, evaluate

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  3. 3
    take into accountverbtransitive
    To pay attention to something and keep it in mind.

    Like remembering to check the weather before you plan a trip.

    A good leader considers the needs of every worker.

    You should consider how your words affect other people.

    Similarheed, mind

    Oppositeignore, disregard, overlook, neglect

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  4. 4
    take as exampleverbtransitive
    To look at something as an example to help explain a point.

    Like picking one toy from the box to show how they all work.

    Consider the honeybee, which talks to others through dance.

    To explain this, let us consider a simple coin toss.

    UsageOften starts a sentence to bring in an example: Consider the honeybee.

    Similartake

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Less common meaning

  1. 5
    look closelyverbtransitive
    To look at something closely and carefully.

    Like studying a puzzle piece to see where it fits.

    Consider the painting closely before you judge it.

    He considered the old photograph for a while.

    Similarobserve, examine

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Origin

It comes from Latin 'considerare', through Middle French and Middle English.

Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 1 fact

  • Consider derives from Latin considerare through Middle French and Middle English. en.wiktionary.org