CONSIDERATENESS Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

considerateness

noun

as in thoughtfulness

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Noun

Surely most people would prefer to see big cuts to federal agencies made with thoughtfulness and care?

— Sheelah Kolhatkar, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2026
The thoughtfulness extends to every nook and cranny of the property— for instance, in the fitness center, guests can spin on Pelotons equipped with Hulu and Netflix.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of thoughtfulness

Noun

OutKick has asked the WNBA to clarify its current requirements and enforcement, whether discipline is planned or under consideration, and whether teams have received instructions about being on the court.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
But the public listing itself should not eliminate a company from consideration.

— Chris Russo, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

Patience and kindness can go a long way, Henderson says, and Seshadri reminds everyone to extend that respect to the airport staff and your fellow passengers.

— Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Be patient when a grocery store cashier with disabilities rings up your items — kindness can go a long way.

— John Gill, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of kindness

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Mental health experts have voiced concerns about chatbots’ sycophancy, lack of clinical nuance, and ability to reinforce delusional beliefs.

— Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
The deal drew concern from legislators and delivery drivers, who worried about reduced competition.

— Jay Ganglani, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of concern

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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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