consideration meaning and definition

CONSIDERATION noun

Definition of consideration (noun)

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"
   • synonyms: 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"
   • synonyms: considerateness, thoughtfulness
   • antonym: inconsiderateness
5. a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone
   • synonyms: retainer
6. a considerate and thoughtful act
   • synonyms: thoughtfulness