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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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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
Try to be considerate of your neighbors by not mowing during off-hours.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 July 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
Many transit systems have long-standing etiquette campaigns urging travelers to be considerate of those around them.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 July 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
Many transit systems have long-standing etiquette campaigns urging travelers to be considerate of those around them.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for considerate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
Adjective
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The town has long been home to some of the world’s most remarkable ski resorts, each seemingly outdoing the last with grander lobbies, better views, and ever-more attentive service.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Thanks to the limited number of guests on board, every aspect of the journey is more personal—from the warm camaraderie of fellow travelers to the attentive crew who tailor experiences to each guest’s interests and activity levels.—
UnCruise Adventures,
AFAR Media,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Both coaches and players have been respectful of the other team all week, careful not to produce any bulletin board material.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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Ben Lewis Doherty, playing a boy named Sam whose life is upended by Robbie, is the show’s greatest innocent, a softhearted moppet who warns deer to be careful when crossing the street.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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An amicable run-in with his ex-wife in this episode has the same thoughtful feeling.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Her solution is to be thoughtful and focused on the right risks and opportunities.—
Jack McCullough,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The duo have been cautious in their classification, allowing for the possibility that a torus of material could be behind the observations.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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But being cautious doesn’t mean ignoring the risks.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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There's fanfare and unique vendors at every corner, so embrace the journey and be kind to others while shopping, both vendors and other shoppers.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Continuing the Scandinavian stereotype, the Finnish community is similarly kind and welcoming to visitors.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Other than in the Second Circuit, the federal courts of appeals generally have interpreted the Confrontation Clause to require face-to-face cross examination, and counsel should be wary of giving up that important right.—
Robert Anello,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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For decades, educators have been wary of the decline in critical thinking and its impact on undermining the very purpose of education.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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To watch my daughter and her husband be such wonderful parents — and my other daughter and son and their partners being caring aunts and uncles — brings me so much joy.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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Isaac, 9, is a caring and active young boy who loves helping out and trying new things.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Aim to exercise outdoors during daylight hours, if possible, and stay alert to your surroundings for safety.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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That said, since Steal a Brainrot lives on a platform that may pose dangers to kids, parents should stay alert.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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