considerateness

noun

as in thoughtfulness

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  1. thoughtfulness
  2. consideration
  3. kindness
  4. concern
  5. solicitude
Noun
  • So the ultimate goal, as framed by Rainer, is efficiency, consideration, thoughtfulness, and deference to the host’s overall goals of making the party run smoothly.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2026
  • No one has any money right now and asking for such a large sum from people requires thoughtfulness and honesty.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of thoughtfulness
Noun
  • There is another consideration that rarely receives much attention.
    — Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Dirt, algae and other contaminants can also accumulate along walls and around the waterline, making comprehensive cleaning an important consideration.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of consideration
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  • And where the kindness of others helped make his own remarkable journey here in America and the Fox Valley possible.
    — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Tristan, teens going to Patriots game Word of their acts of kindness caught the attention of Michael Intoccia, who saw the story on WBZ-TV.
    — Paul Burton, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of kindness
Noun
  • The general manager brushed off long-term concerns about the defenseman.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2026
  • His concern is whether eliminating the category is the most effective way to address potential risks.
    — Evan Moore November 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of concern
Noun
  • For Marius’ friend, police chief Silviu (Alex Conovaru), such solicitude is weak and unmanly.
    — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
  • At first idly, then with what appears to be solicitude, and finally with the glee of a cat cornering a mouse before killing it, Gustav pokes into Adi’s professional failures, connecting them to Tekla’s galling success.
    — Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Definition of solicitude
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