To consider
Example: We need to consider all ideas before making a choice.
Definition
"To consider" means to carefully think about or reflect on something, especially before making a decision or forming an opinion. In philosophy, it involves examining all aspects or ideas thoughtfully and with attention to detail, as in the phrase: 'We need to consider all ideas before making a choice.'
Etymology
The verb "to consider" comes from the Latin word 'considerare,' which means 'to look at closely' or 'to observe.' It originally combined 'con-' (with) and 'sidus' (star), suggesting the idea of observing the stars closely. Did you know? This reflects how ancient people carefully studied the heavens to make decisions.
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"To consider" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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