Synonyms for

Considerate

Verb / kʌˈnsɪdɜ:ʌt / Another word for considerate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

showing concern for the needs or feelings of others

Synonyms & similar words

inconsiderate thoughtful kind caring attentive courteous gracious gentle compassionate sympathetic understanding helpful polite respectful civil chivalrous thoughtful graceful tactful diplomatic thoughtful

Synonyms by register

Formal

attentive solicitous thoughtful mindful

Informal

nice kind caring sweet

Literary

decent magnanimous

Antonyms

inconsiderate thoughtless selfish careless rude unthinking egotistical

Common collocations

  • considerate of others
  • considerate person
  • considerate gesture
  • considerate of their feelings
  • considerate of the environment
  • considerate driver
  • considerate of the cost

Word family

noun consideration
adverb considerately

Usage note

Often followed by 'of' to specify what one is being considerate towards. It implies a conscious effort to think about and respect the needs and feelings of others.

Example sentences

  1. He was very considerate when he offered to help his friend with his homework.
  2. She was considerate enough to buy her mom a birthday present.
  3. The considerate employee always made sure to refill the coffee pot when it was empty.
  4. It's important to be considerate of other people's feelings.
  5. He was always considerate and never interrupted others when they were speaking.

Quotes

  • The greatest gift you can give someone is your own personal development. I used to say, 'If you will take care of me, I will take care of you.' Now I say, 'I will take care of me for you, if you will take care of you for me.' - Jim Rohn
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi

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