considered

adjective

con·​sid·​ered kən-ˈsi-dərd 

1

: matured by extended deliberative thought

a considered opinion

2

: viewed with respect or esteem

Synonyms

• advised
• calculated
• deliberate
• knowing
• measured
• reasoned
• studied
• thought-out
• thoughtful
• weighed

Examples of considered in a Sentence

It's my considered opinion that she was not guilty of the crime.

Their actions were a considered response to the violence.

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s something to be said about working that way, but the difference for Agents is that the songs were, in turn, more considered and fleshed out by the time they were brought to the band, even if those songs demanded more work afterward. —Devon Ivie, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2024

The early part of Wang’s new movie mirrors the intimacy on display in Apolonia, Apolonia, Lea Glob’s considered portrait of an artist. —Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024

These are words that reflect a more considered and customized approach in providing wellness experiences. —Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024

Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance. —Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing considered

• all things considered
• ill-considered