considerate
adjective
Simple meaning
Thinking about other people's feelings and needs.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
kənˈsɪdɚət
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Definition
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adjective
Consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people and their rights, needs, feelings and comfort).
Characterised by careful and conscious thought.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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This meaning: Consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people and their rights, needs, feelings and comfort).
Used this way, considerate is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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- “Friends considerate enough to leave us alone.”adjective
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Antonyms
Sense: consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people and their rights
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