Definitions for consider

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consider con·sid·er

Spelling: [kuh n-sid-er]

IPA: /kənˈsɪd ər/

Consider is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 11 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 13 points.

You can make 443 anagrams from letters in consider (cdeinors).

Definitions for consider

verb (used with object)

1. to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on:
2. to regard as or deem to be:
3. to think, believe, or suppose:
4. to bear in mind; make allowance for:
5. to pay attention to; regard:
6. to regard with respect, thoughtfulness, honor, etc.; esteem.
7. to think about (something that one might do, accept, buy, etc.):
8. Obsolete. to view attentively; scrutinize.
9. Obsolete. to recompense or remunerate.

verb (used without object)

1. to think deliberately or carefully; reflect.
2. to view carefully or thoughtfully.

Origin of consider

1350-1400; Middle English consideren (Anglo-French) Latin consīderāre to examine, equivalent to con- con- + sīder- (stem of sīdus) star-group, sky (see Examples for consider

Mr. Maguire moved that the House consider the condition of Ireland.

But consider how citizens here in the States are now being arrested for posting threatening messages aimed at police on Facebook.

To consider these evils, to find their remedy, is the most sore necessity of our times.

In view of the violence you made use of, I consider that you owe my son an apology.

These young adults have voluntarily checked out of a political system they consider corrupt and dysfunctional.

It was for them to consider how far they were justified in complying with his request.

The name that most Republicans seem both to expect and dread to consider running is Vito Fossella.

And she was disappointed that he only promised to consider the matter and let her hear from him.

That is a distinction with a sociological difference—for many, an uncomfortable one to consider.

consider, too, that in this digital age, making something public is not only easier but has greater reach.