1
as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a kindly woman who is very considerate of other people's feelings
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2
as in careful
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
you need to develop a more considerate temperament and learn to think before you speak
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Recent Examples of considerate
December 22 – January 19 The universe presently favors practical, considerate messages.
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Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
If someone does bring up the Bears, be considerate and change the subject to something less touchy, like immigration or Jeff Bezos.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
This next service, a considerate mechanic could have readjusted it or just added a little door lube.
—John Paul, The Providence Journal, 7 Feb. 2026
Still, the timing felt almost considerate.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
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Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
If someone does bring up the Bears, be considerate and change the subject to something less touchy, like immigration or Jeff Bezos.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
This next service, a considerate mechanic could have readjusted it or just added a little door lube.
—John Paul, The Providence Journal, 7 Feb. 2026
Still, the timing felt almost considerate.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
Adjective
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The firm functions with the structure and resources often associated with larger practices while maintaining a more personal and attentive client experience.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Not in a formal sense, but in a way that reflected their lives, attentive, patient, evolving.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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An assembly of planets in Aries moves through your twelfth house, stirring emotions behind the scenes and asking for careful tending.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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To the begonia collectors out there, Begona Black Velvet, with large leaves that could have fallen from a maple tree, is worth a careful look.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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October 23 – November 21 This morning favors calm, thoughtful exchanges.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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As with the others, Bjorn and wife and creative director Julija’s thoughtful touches are everywhere, from the singular pieces of vintage decor that fill the rooms to the economical (and ecological) construction of the cabins.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be cautious of calls or emails claiming to be from your bank asking for verification or urgent action.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Be cautious — but don’t write off rattlesnakes as vicious, the experts say.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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At a balloon release in November 2024 honoring his memory, family members described Williams, who ran his own carpet-cleaning business, as a hardworking, kind, gentle man devoted to his family and faith.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Raised by a relatively kind commander (Nate Corddry) and a flatly evil step-mother (Amy Seimetz), Agnes grew up as privileged as a prisoner can be.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be wary of those who push for your cash without offering sufficient collateral or payback plans.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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In comparison, the US has adopted a warier stance towards OpenClaw and other AI tools.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The chefs there are very loving and caring.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Fremont also ranks fifth among the most caring cities in America, WalletHub noted.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Anyone hoping on the CTA knows to be alert, but over the weekend, one passenger on the train left passengers, not to mention those driving along the Dan Ryan, stunned.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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AccuWeather warns that residents across the risk zone should stay alert for shifting forecasts, watches and warnings as conditions evolve.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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