consider

Universal Words verb 1 to think about sth carefully, especially in order to make a decision: [VN] She considered her options. * Let us consider the facts. * He was considering an appeal. * a carefully considered response / decision * The company is being actively considered as a potential partner (= it is thought possible that it could become one). * [V-ing] We're considering buying a new car. * You wouldn't consider marrying a man for his money, then? * [Vwh-] We need to consider how the law might be reformed. * He was considering what to do next. * [V] I'd like some time to consider. 2 ~ sb/sth (as) sth to think of sb/sth in a particular way: [VN-N] This award is considered (to be) a great honour. * He considers himself an expert on the subject. * These workers are considered (as) a high-risk group. * [VN-ADJ] Who do you consider (to be) responsible for the accident? * Consider yourself lucky you weren't fired. * [V(that)] She considers that it is too early to form a definite conclusion. * The Home Secretary will release prisoners only if he considers it is safe to do so. * [VNtoinf] He's generally considered to have the finest tenor voice in the country. [also VNthat] 3 [VN] to think about sth, especially the feelings of other people, and be influenced by it when making a decision, etc: You should consider other people before you act. 4 [VN] (formal) to look carefully at sb/sth: He stood there, considering the painting. IDIOMS your considered opinion your opinion that is the result of careful thought