Synonyms for

Considers

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

Definition

To think carefully about something before making a decision.

Synonyms & similar words

study reckon count weigh debate deliberate think deal turnover regard moot consider lookat believe view see conceive take ponders contemplates evaluates judges assesses weighs deliberates examines scrutinizes reviews analyzes studies appraises investigates explores

Synonyms by register

Formal

contemplates evaluates assesses deliberates

Informal

thinks about looks at ponders mulls over

Literary

revolves broods

Antonyms

disregards ignores neglects overlooks dismisses rejects

Common collocations

  • considers all options
  • considers the implications
  • considers the consequences
  • considers the possibility
  • considers the impact
  • considers the evidence
  • considers the proposal

Word family

noun consideration
verb consider
adjective considerable
adverb considerably

Usage note

Often followed by 'that' to introduce a clause, e.g., 'He considers that it is important.' It can also be followed by an object and an infinitive, e.g., 'He considers it important to be on time.'

Example sentences

  1. He considers the pros and cons before making a decision.
  2. She considers her options before choosing a college.
  3. The committee considers all the proposals before making a recommendation.
  4. Before buying a car, it's important to consider your budget.
  5. The company considers the candidate's qualifications before hiring them.

Quotes

  • A man who considers his actions will not be misled by anyone.
  • The man who considers his own life and that of others as meaningless is not merely unhappy but hardly fit for life.
  • He who considers too much will perform little.

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