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con•sid•er
Pronunciation: (kun-sid'ur), [key]—
v.t.
1. to think carefully about, esp. in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on:
He considered the cost before buying the new car.
2. to regard as or deem to be:
I consider the story improbable.
3. to think, believe, or suppose:
We consider his reply unsatisfactory.
4. to bear in mind; make allowance for:
The arrest was justified if you consider his disorderly behavior.
5. to pay attention to; regard:
He considered the man for some time before speaking to him.
6. to regard with respect, thoughtfulness, honor, etc.; esteem.
7. to think about (something that one might do, accept, buy, etc.):
to consider a job in Guatemala.
8. Obs.to view attentively; scrutinize.
9. Obs.to recompense or remunerate.
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v.i.
1. to think deliberately or carefully; reflect.
2. to view carefully or thoughtfully.
Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.