considerateness

noun

as in thoughtfulness

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  1. thoughtfulness
  2. consideration
  3. kindness
  4. concern
  5. solicitude
Noun
  • Surely most people would prefer to see big cuts to federal agencies made with thoughtfulness and care?
    — Sheelah Kolhatkar, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The thoughtfulness extends to every nook and cranny of the property— for instance, in the fitness center, guests can spin on Pelotons equipped with Hulu and Netflix.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of thoughtfulness
Noun
  • Police will forward the case to prosecutors for consideration of charges.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Security considerations such as encryption and securely retiring storage media also remain important.
    — Paul Speciale, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of consideration
Noun
  • For Caron, the interaction was especially meaningful because her son is not always met with the same kindness.
    — Logan Hall, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Tonight’s lesson is on truthfulness and embodying loving kindness.
    — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of kindness
Noun
  • Patients complete an online survey covering their skin concerns, history, current routine and goals, which is reviewed by a clinician licensed in their state.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
  • YouTube Dividing Lines Drawn The inseparable relationship between YouTube and TV was clear for all to see at MIPCOM Cannes but serious concerns from the latter remain.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of concern
Noun
  • For Marius’ friend, police chief Silviu (Alex Conovaru), such solicitude is weak and unmanly.
    — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
  • At first idly, then with what appears to be solicitude, and finally with the glee of a cat cornering a mouse before killing it, Gustav pokes into Adi’s professional failures, connecting them to Tekla’s galling success.
    — Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Definition of solicitude
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“Considerateness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerateness. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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