Meanings
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1
verb
To think carefully about something before making a decision.
We are considering moving to a bigger house.
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2
verb
To regard someone or something in a particular way.
I consider her one of my closest friends.
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3
verb
To take someone's feelings or needs into account.
You should consider your family before taking the job abroad.
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Forms
considerdconsideredconsiderinconsidersunconsidered
Derived forms
disconsiderforeconsidermisconsiderpreconsider
Etymology
From Middle English consideren, from Middle French considerer, from Latin considerare.
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