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How does the verb consider differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of consider are contemplate, study, and weigh. While all these words mean "to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision," consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision.

refused even to consider my proposal

In what contexts can contemplate take the place of consider?

The synonyms contemplate and consider are sometimes interchangeable, but contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision.

contemplate the consequences of refusing

When would study be a good substitute for consider?

The meanings of study and consider largely overlap; however, study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae.

study the plan closely

When could weigh be used to replace consider?

Although the words weigh and consider have much in common, weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence.

weigh the pros and cons of the case

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of consider For personalized advice and to ensure your tax strategy aligns with current laws and your financial goals, consider consulting a tax professional. Rodney M. Loesch, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025 If the Dodgers are in town, consider catching a ball game. Sheila Yasmin Marikar, AFAR Media, 19 Mar. 2025 The multi-year security Marchand wanted beyond this season, then, was too much for Sweeney to assume considering the risk of injuries and decline. Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025 If your name is already taken, consider adding your industry or credentials (e.g., linkedin.com/in/johndoeconsulting). Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for consider
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consider
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  • The traffic alert was issued Sunday at 10:50 a.m., and the most recent report regarding this incident was released on Sunday at 12:09 p.m.
    Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2025
  • No details regarding the illness have been revealed.
    Jacob Lev, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
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  • To recognize the Fed’s insignificance, all readers need to do is contemplate all the attention given the central bank by economists and pundits.
    John Tamny, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • That type of payment would also not be allowed under the House settlement, which contemplates payment for a share of media, ticket and sponsorship revenue.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Teigen thinks a Bravo show might be more her speed.
    Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Why Skipping Is The Ultimate Plyometric Exercise Most think of skipping as something kids do.
    Jesse Pines, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The company anticipates more imports will be diverted to Birmingham and Manchester.
    Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The fans who showed up Stadium Court on Thursday anticipated a tough, close match, as did Gauff.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • But when Rogen wasn’t being interrupted by his admiring bro-fans, who were legion — one wore toe shoes and a Lil Dicky shirt; another cried — Amoeba was, however, a perfect place to dig through hundreds of vinyl soundtracks.
    Austin Considine, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
  • There are plenty of other works up here worth admiring here, too: a ca.
    Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Those in need of shelter from the cold can call 211 to check availability of beds.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2023
  • Their children’s schoolmates call the sisters the Puffling Queens.
    Cheryl Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Feb. 2023
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  • Fans took to the comments to both praise and ponder Trainor's new look.
    Tracy Wright, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • For the six years between the two boys’ deaths, James, too, was pondering suicide—Vincent’s, and then, at some point, his own.
    Yiyun Li, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • About six people, believed to be teenagers, fled the house and ran into the nearby Edenwald Houses, according to police sources.
    Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2025
  • If an attorney believes someone at the company is engaged in legally problematic conduct, the attorney has an obligation to raise the issue all the way up the organization’s highest authority if necessary.
    Chris Deubert, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Consider.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consider. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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