Synonyms of consideration

consideration

noun

kən-ˌsi-də-ˈrā-shən 

1

as in deliberation

a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something

after much consideration we decided to make an offer on the house

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deliberation
• study
• account
• debate
• thought
• reflection
• advisement
• contemplation
• hesitation
• meditation
• introspection
• cogitation
• pondering
• rumination
• indecision
• premeditation
• agonizing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• short shrift

2

as in compensation

something (as money) that is given or received in return for goods or services

since it was pro bono work, no consideration was made

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compensation
• payment
• pay
• reparation
• salary
• wage(s)
• recompense
• reimbursement
• remittance
• remuneration
• adjustment
• outlay
• settlement
• expenditure
• repayment
• stipend
• rental
• indemnity
• refund
• redress
• restitution
• requital
• deposit
• rebate
• prepayment
• disbursement
• recoupment
• overpayment
• rent

Examples of consideration in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, environmental considerations include how a company manages its waste to employee and community safety. —Priya Parrish, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2024

Cultural context and historical accuracy are vital considerations when writing dialogue. —Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024

This strategic approach requires careful planning and consideration, from selecting culturally appropriate gifts to timing the delivery to maximize impact. —Archer Chiang, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024

Economic growth and inflation falling too far below the 2% target are two of the ECB’s points of consideration, ING’s Colijn added. —Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2024