CONSIDERATION Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

consideration

noun

kən-ˌsi-də-ˈrā-shən

Definition of consideration

as in deliberation

a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something after much consideration we decided to make an offer on the house

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in compensation

something (as money) that is given or received in return for goods or services since it was pro bono work, no consideration was made

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of consideration But each positive screening result will require thorough follow-up, including repeat testing, further evaluation, counseling on modifiable factors (such as losing weight or improving sleep), and treatment considerations, the researchers note. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 15 Oct. 2026 However, the exact number of satellites associated with Starshield remains unknown, with experts telling TIME that such details are closely guarded due to national security considerations. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Photographers from around the world submitted more than 65,000 photographs for consideration this year. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2026 The film’s ostensibly moral consideration of how sensationalism was remorselessly ramped up in pursuit of ratings isn’t too little too late, but too much too late. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consideration

Recent Examples of Synonyms for consideration

Noun

The sentence came after roughly three hours of jury deliberations following a two-and-a-half-week trial.

— Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Rankin said the funding later came before the full board during public budget deliberations.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of deliberation

Noun

Not surprisingly, the legislation does nothing to curb the growth of compensation and other benefits for college presidents, athletics directors, coaches and staff who continue to be in charge of the athletes under their control.

— Bruce Svare, Sportico.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Poolson said the immediate goal was to secure compensation for workers and their families.

— Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of compensation

Noun

For now, the study identifies a previously underappreciated part of the immune system that could help overcome one of SCLC’s most persistent defenses.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
Clinically tested in a 16-week study, the fast-absorbing cream has stats to back up its benefits.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of study

Noun

Upgrading to the Thrust Variant requires a $245,000 follow-up payment and adds SpaceX cold-gas rear thrusters alongside an active multi-mode fan system for downforce, cutting acceleration down to under a second.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
The language suggests the deal involves obligations that have yet to be fulfilled, potentially including a financial payment.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of payment

Noun

LendingTree found that nearly one-third of Americans have used buy-now, pay-later to finance necessities like groceries, double the 14% who used the service two years ago.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
The formula was 100% of pay, 80% of traditional working hours and a target of at least 120% of baseline output.

— Joe Manok, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of pay

Noun

Giving Americans $1,000 or $5,000 invested in a technology index is a straightforward idea; The source and use of the funds will likely be of great debate.

— Sarah Cannon, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
Congress weighs competing proposals Anthropic’s draft enters a crowded legislative debate over how the United States should regulate frontier AI.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of debate

Noun

The perspective and agency of the protagonists shift, motivated by their desire for justice and reparations.

— Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
While the British government has consistently rejected calls for financial reparations, the Crown’s referral effectively delegates the legal parsing of these historical grievances to the Privy Council in London.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026