Dictionary entries for 'consideration'

Synonyms

con·sid·er·a·tion (kən-sĭd́ə-rā́shən)

noun

1. Careful thought; deliberation: We will give your proposal consideration.
2. A result of considering; an opinion or a judgment: Is it your consideration that I should apply?
A factor to be considered in forming a judgment or decision: Safety is the most important consideration in choosing a car.
A treatment or account: The essay begins with a brief consideration of the history of the problem.
Thoughtful concern for others; solicitude.
High regard; esteem.
Payment given in exchange for a service rendered; recompense: agreed to do it for a small consideration.
Law Something promised, given, or done that has the effect of making an agreement a legally enforceable contract.

in consideration of: In view of; on account of: turned back in consideration of the worsening weather. In return for: an honorarium given in consideration of her contributions to the project.