consideration (n.)

  1. the process of giving careful thought to something

  2. information that should be kept in mind when making a decision; another consideration is the time it would take

    [ Syn: circumstance , condition ]

  3. a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting); consideration of the traffic problem took more than an hour'

  4. kind and considerate regard for others; he showed no consideration for her feelings

    [ Syn: considerateness , considerateness , thoughtfulness , thoughtfulness ]

  5. a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone

    [ Syn: retainer ]

  6. a considerate and thoughtful act

    [ Syn: thoughtfulness ]

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