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consideration.

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

13 characters5 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

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

    countable · uncountable
    After much consideration, I have decided to stay.
    Consideration of environmental effects is needed when choosing material.
  2. Something considered as a reason or ground for a (possible) decision.

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

    countable · uncountable
    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. A payment or other recompense for something done.

    countable · uncountable
    Sure I'll move my car, but only for a consideration.
  5. A matter of inducement for something promised; something valuable given as recompense for a promise, which causes the promise to become binding as a contract.

    countable · uncountable
    In consideration of the performance of B's obligations hereunder, A hereby grants to B's personal license.
  6. Importance or regard; a claim to notice or attention.

    countable · uncountable
    Money was of no consideration there.
Where this word comes from

From Middle English consideracioun, from Old French consideracion, from Latin cōnsīderātiō. By surface analysis, consider + -ation.

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