consideration
pronunciation
How to pronounce consideration in British English:
UK [kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃn]
How to pronounce consideration in American English:
US [kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃn]
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- Noun:
- the process of giving careful thought to something
- information that should be kept in mind when making a decision
- a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting)
- kind and considerate regard for others
- a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone
- a considerate and thoughtful act
Word Origin
- consideration (n.)
- mid-14c., "a beholding, looking at," also "keeping in mind," from Old French consideracion (12c., Modern French considération), from Latin considerationem (nominative consideratio) "consideration, contemplation, reflection," noun of action from past participle stem of considerare (see consider). Meaning "a taking into account" is from mid-15c.; that of "something given in payment" is from c. 1600.
Example
- 1. Feng shui and other cultural preferences are a consideration .
- 2. The choice of assets to be purchased requires careful consideration .
- 3. Showing consideration is a way of honoring others .
- 4. One idea under consideration is enhanced public funding for journalism .
- 5. One might add a fourth consideration : parliamentary immunity has enabled some corrupt businessmen to ward off legal investigation .