consider
v.v. to think about something carefully before you make a choice. You use this when you need time to decide on a plan or an idea.
v. to think about something with care or in a particular way, especially before making a decision. Transitive — takes a direct object or a clause.
Please consider my offer before you say no.
The committee will consider all the applications before choosing a winner for the scholarship.
When planning a long-term investment, you must consider not only the potential returns but also the inherent risks associated with market volatility.
From Middle English consideren, from Middle French considerer, from Latin considerare.
The verb is transitive and can be followed by a noun, a gerund, or a 'that' clause. It is rarely used with an infinitive.
I consider to buy a carI am considering buying a carConsider is followed by a gerund (-ing form), not a 'to' infinitive.