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
Many transit systems have long-standing etiquette campaigns urging travelers to be considerate of those around them.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
This enables leaders to be more considerate of cultural nuances, generational differences, or the specific needs of neurodivergent individuals.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Those who don’t follow this etiquette are really risking a bad accident which won’t be pretty for anyone, so please be considerate for everyone’s safety.
—Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
Gomez has also been spending considerate time with her stylist Erin Walsh crafting an elevated, elegant look in powder-blue Prada, anticipatory bridal whites, and glittering Armani Prive.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
This enables leaders to be more considerate of cultural nuances, generational differences, or the specific needs of neurodivergent individuals.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Those who don’t follow this etiquette are really risking a bad accident which won’t be pretty for anyone, so please be considerate for everyone’s safety.
—Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
Gomez has also been spending considerate time with her stylist Erin Walsh crafting an elevated, elegant look in powder-blue Prada, anticipatory bridal whites, and glittering Armani Prive.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
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Unanimous five-star reviews rave about the attentive host (a local wildlife biologist), spacious modern rooms, and most of all the gorgeous tiled bathroom with a soaking tub and rainfall shower.—
Jen Murphy,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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All the hotel personnel, from the doormen to the front desk clerks to the restaurant staff, are well-trained, friendly and attentive.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Navigating this revolution responsibly requires careful policy, support for adaptation and a focus on using technology to benefit people.—
Vaibhav Dani,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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On social media, where complaints about dodgy deliveries are a more common occurrence, Singh’s thoughtful act went viral.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
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Supporters deny that the move is a retaliation against KC Life, and say their goal is to protect the neighborhood’s historic fabric while supporting thoughtful development like the Norman School conversion.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
22 Aug. 2025
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Be cautious when corresponding with unfamiliar accounts.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Rules were unclear, most people didn't understand the technology, and money flowing into the space was cautious.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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According to the study's findings, kids who were regularly described by parents as helpful and kind at ages five, seven and 11 were more likely to report healthier dietary habits at 14 and 17.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Budget-conscious indie in a tough marketplace Hernandez, Burns and Henderson launched Counterpart amid an industry contraction that has not been kind to independent companies.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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From the start, two things are abundantly clear: Indy is wary of the creepy old house, and his affection for Todd is unwavering.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
18 Aug. 2025
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Americans have long been wary of using the military in local law enforcement, and for good reason.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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What really makes this chalet so indelible, however, is the amenable and caring staff, who assist with your every need and wish and build genuine connections that are almost unheard of at other luxe properties.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Employers are forced to shift working hours to protect staff from the heat, those with caring responsibilities struggle to look after the most vulnerable (children, the elderly) and families are caught in a daily battle for comfort and efficiency.—
Taco Engelaar,
Fortune,
11 Aug. 2025
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The Sheriff’s Office urged people using the pedestrian trail to stay alert and aware of their surroundings.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
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Authorities did not issue a statewide AMBER Alert because no vehicle or suspect descriptions met the alert criteria, KTLA reported.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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