considered

adjective

con·​sid·​ered kən-ˈsi-dərd 

1

: matured by extended deliberative thought

a considered opinion

2

: viewed with respect or esteem

Synonyms of considered

• calculated
• reasoned
• deliberate
• studied
• advised
• 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

Six others are still at large and considered fugitives, including a Caracas TV network mogul who was close to the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez and his successor, Nicolás Maduro, who is being held in a New York jail on federal drug charges. — Jay Weaver july 21, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Vingegaard is a considered man, not known to rush into decisions. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Others had a tight, considered design, especially the islands meant to highlight a specific weapon or gadget. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026

The considered yes is not recklessness. — Annette Logan-Parker, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing considered

• all things considered
• ill-considered

Rhymes for considered

• reconsidered
• unconsidered