1
as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a kindly woman who is very considerate of other people's feelings
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2
as in careful
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
you need to develop a more considerate temperament and learn to think before you speak
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Recent Examples of considerate
Kelly shares the dos and don’ts of hotel stays, including tipping etiquette, how to be considerate of other guests, and the best ways to communicate with hotel staff about your needs.
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Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2025
Practically speaking, Idaho encouraged travelers to protect the land and outdoor spaces, be considerate of others, and prioritize personal safety.
—Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
Your husband should’ve been more considerate about that.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Two people being very considerate, and a soft place for each other to land.
—Sonia Granados, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2025
Practically speaking, Idaho encouraged travelers to protect the land and outdoor spaces, be considerate of others, and prioritize personal safety.
—Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
Your husband should’ve been more considerate about that.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Two people being very considerate, and a soft place for each other to land.
—Sonia Granados, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
Adjective
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There was a swim up bar and attentive service at the beach chairs.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Commonplace virtues turn toward vice: compassion veers toward deceit, attentive parenting toward either laxity or oppressiveness, friendship toward jealousy or contempt, sociability toward falsehood or cruelty.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There’s potential for clarity in resolving any lingering tension, but also be careful not to speak too rashly.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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In comments at the Morgan Stanley media conference, the Fox CEO was again extremely careful to stress that the goal is not to cannibalize linear television and Fox will not advertise it on linear television but is meant purely to capture those who cut the cord or have never subscribed to cable.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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By combining modern tools like AI with a thoughtful approach to skills and criteria, organizations can move beyond surface-level signals and discover hidden talent.—
Ishan Gupta,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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For Gabrielle, the experience was a reminder of the profound impact of small, thoughtful gestures.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The market remains cautious about suggesting any change could come soon.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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But just as smartphones and the internet are powerful tools to broaden their horizons, parents and caregivers are right to be cautious about exactly what their teens are posting on the day-to-day.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
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When the Mickeys refuse to attack, and instead opt to communicate with the native creatures, their efforts to broker peace spark a rebellion amongst the humans, leading to Marshall’s death, the demolition of the printer, and a kinder, more cooperative future for the faraway community.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2025
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There’s an energy throughout that feels like the spirit of Dolly Parton herself: Warm, kind, hopeful, determined.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Some critics on the left were wary of the administration’s employment of market logics and its tendency to treat citizens as consumers.—
Jacob Bruggeman & Casey Eilbert / Made by History,
TIME,
3 Mar. 2025
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The public is on balance wary of Musk and DOGE's access to government agency data records.—
Anthony Salvanto,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Help kids become more empathetic with these approaches: Incorporate caring language into play: Playtime is a powerful opportunity to teach values in a natural, low-stakes environment.—
Alana Bracken,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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At each of the facilities, experienced volunteer health care professionals provide services in a caring environment and partner with laboratories, diagnostic centers, hospitals and treatment centers to connect patients with low-cost options for those additional types of services.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In the era of Tame Impala and Arcade Fire, these three tracks sound eerily prescient – more alert and vital than your average 53 year-old archaeological artifact.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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Pre-bedtime activities should not be vigorous or engaging enough to make the body and mind more alert.—
Amy Kwan,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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