English Reference
adjective

considerate

adj.
US /kənˈsɪdɝət/ UK /kənsˈɪdəɹət/ con·sid·er·ate

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    thinking about the feelings and needs of other people.

    showing kindly awareness or regard for another's feelings, circumstances, or comfort.

    Simple

    It was very considerate of you to bring me soup while I was sick.

    In context

    A considerate neighbour would have informed the rest of the building before starting such a noisy renovation project at seven in the morning.

  2. 02 C1 Advanced Formal

    showing that you have thought about something very carefully.

    characterised by deliberate and careful thought; showing mature reflection.

    Simple

    After a considerate review of the facts, the manager decided to change the policy.

    In context

    The board reached a considerate decision only after weighing the long-term environmental impacts against the immediate financial gains.

Don't confuse

considerate vs considerable — Considerable describes the size or importance of a thing, while considerate describes the kindness of a person.

As a result, it's not a stretch to see how thankers could be seen as helpful, generous, sincere, considerate or kind.

Phys.org· 3 Sept 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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