Synonyms for

Considering

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

Definition

Thinking about something in order to make a decision.

Synonyms & similar words

conceive deal weigh regard see moot reckon turnover believe study debate think view deliberate consider take lookat count contemplating pondering reflecting examining reviewing assessing evaluating deliberating weighing speculating debating reasoning

Synonyms by register

Formal

in view of given taking into account bearing in mind

Informal

because of since seeing as given that

Literary

pondering musing contemplating

Antonyms

ignoring disregarding neglecting overlooking forgetting unmindful

Common collocations

  • considering the fact
  • considering all
  • considering that
  • considering the circumstances
  • considering the options
  • considering the possibility
  • considering the impact

Word family

noun consideration
verb consider
adjective considerable
adverb considerably

Usage note

Often used to introduce a factor that influences a decision or opinion. Can be used at the beginning of a sentence or clause. Be mindful of its formal tone in casual conversation.

Example sentences

  1. Considering the weather, we decided to cancel the picnic.
  2. I am considering buying a new car.
  3. She is considering going back to school.
  4. He is considering a new job offer.
  5. Considering the options, I think it's best to wait.

Quotes

  • Considering how dangerous everything is, nothing is really very frightening.
  • Considering what Americans have been confronted with in the last few years, it's clear that respect for authority is crumbling.
  • Considering the fact that I've used it in all my books, I clearly think that humor is important in writing.

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