considering

B2
Pronunciation
/kənˈsɪdəɹɪŋ/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Consideration.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To think about seriously.

Synonyms
bethink reflect
Example Sentences
  • Consider that we’ve had three major events and the year has hardly begun.
2 Definition

To think about something seriously or carefully: to deliberate.

3 Definition

To think of doing.

Synonyms
bethink think of
Example Sentences
  • I’m considering going to the beach tomorrow.
4 Definition

(ditransitive) To assign some quality to.

Synonyms
deem regard think of
Example Sentences
  • Consider yourself lucky, but consider your opponent skillful.
5 Definition

To look at attentively.

Synonyms
observe regard
Example Sentences
  • She sat there for a moment, considering him.
6 Definition

To take up as an example.

Example Sentences
  • Consider a triangle having three equal sides.
7 Definition

(parliamentary procedure) To debate (or dispose of) a motion.

Synonyms
bethink deliberate
Example Sentences
  • This body will now consider the proposed amendments to Section 453 of the zoning code.
8 Definition

To have regard to; to take into view or account; to pay due attention to; to respect.

Synonyms
take into account
Example Sentences
  • He never seems to consider the feelings of others.
Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Given the circumstances.

Example Sentences
  • Your wound doesn't look that bad, considering.
Preposition
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Taking into account.

Example Sentences
  • Considering the extent of his crimes, he was given a surprisingly short sentence.