consideration

Meanings

• the process of giving careful thought to something
• information that should be kept in mind when making a decision
  • "another consideration is the time it would take"
• a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting)
  • "consideration of the traffic problem took more than an hour"
• kind and considerate regard for others
  • "he showed no consideration for her feelings"
• a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone
• a considerate and thoughtful act

Synonyms

circumstance, condition, considerateness, retainer, thoughtfulness