consideration

Plural

considerations

1. 1.The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).

   • After much consideration, I have decided to stay.
   • Consideration of environmental effects is needed when choosing material.

2. 2.Something considered as a reason or ground for a (possible) decision.

3. 3.The tendency to consider others and make allowances for their needs or desires.

   • You showed remarkable consideration in giving up your place for your friend.
   • Will you noisy children show some consideration and stop your infernal screaming? I'm trying to study!

4. 4.A payment or other recompense for something done.

   • Sure I'll move my car, but only for a consideration.
   • The firm you dealt with will go to the courts, and the money, being directly traceable, will be held forfeit as no good consideration passed.
   • A Malay here is proving helpful, Syed Omar, who says he's descended from Mohammed, and he's going to take us around. For a consideration, of course, but what the hell!

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Synonyms

• circumstance
• condition

Word family

• consider