considered
Americanadjective
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thought about or decided upon with care.
a considered opinion.
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regarded with respect or esteem.
a highly considered person.
adjective
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presented or thought out with care
a considered opinion
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(qualified by a preceding adverb) esteemed
highly considered
Other Word Forms
- unconsidered adjective
- well-considered adjective
Etymology
Origin of considered
Example Sentences
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Economists will also get fresh insights into economic growth, consumer sentiment, and what Federal Reserve officials considered during their March policymaking meeting.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
A truly free society doesn’t leave citizens in a predicament where death is considered their best option.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Design fans were upset by the couple’s decision to tear down the original structure, known as the Zimmerman House, which dated to the 1950s and was considered a design gem.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
A former featherweight and light-middleweight champion, Harper considered retirement after losing to Sandy Ryan in March 2024.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
“According to me, as well,” agreed Duane, who considered himself more and more of an expert on the subject.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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