consider
verb
Definitions of consider verb
thought
- B1TransitiveIntransitive
to think carefully about a possibility or a decision.
Refrain from making any decisions until you have thoroughly considered the situation.
Have you given thought to what you will do if you do not secure this job?
We are currently contemplating the sale of the house.
factor
- C1Transitive
to take a particular subject or fact into account when making a judgment.
When planning the entire project, you must take the time factor into consideration.
If you take into account the duration of his piano studies, you will see that he is not very skilled.
respect
- C2Transitive
to be mindful of or respect other people or their feelings and desires.
Have you thought about your mother and how your leaving will affect her?
She is solely focused on herself and never takes others into account; she is completely selfish!
view
- B2Transitive
to have a particular opinion about or regard someone or something in a specific way.
He is currently viewed as the most outstanding British athlete.
We do not believe she is the right fit for the position.
In certain cultural practices, speaking with one's mouth full is seen as impolite.
Phrases of consider verb
- be highly/well considered
To be greatly admired, respected, or valued by others.
• Although I don't enjoy her books, I know that she is very highly considered.
Idioms
- consider it done
Used to assure someone that a requested task will be completed immediately.
• "Can you take these documents to the administration department?" "Consider it done!"