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considered

adj.
US //kənˈsɪdɝd// UK //kənsˈɪdəd// con·sid·ered
  1. 1 carefully thought out (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Formal

    describes an opinion or decision that you have thought about for a long time.

    resulting from careful thought and mature reflection; often used to describe professional or expert opinions.

    Example

    After a week of thinking, he gave his considered opinion on the plan.

    Example

    The board of directors provided a considered response to the merger proposal, addressing every potential risk identified by the legal team.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun it describes.

    Teacher's tip

    This is a high-level word used in professional contexts to show that a decision wasn't made quickly or emotionally.

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