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Consider A word used to indicate that you are thinking very hard about something, especially something that may be difficult or complicated.  ■ "I'm considering whether I should eat the entire pizza by myself, but it looks too good to share."


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considers To give serious thought or attention to something.  ■ "I consider it a serious decision to order pizza for dinner, but I'll have to keep an eye on my calorie intake."

Contemplate To consider something seriously or deeply, often in a thoughtful or meditative manner.  ■ "I'll contemplate this puzzle for a moment to see if I can solve it."

Deem To consider or judge as true or correct without evidence.  ■ He deems himself the best player on the team, even though he's the worst.

discount A reduction in the price of an item or service, often to attract customers.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can only offer you a 50% discount on your purchase. Please consider buying something else."

Egocentric 1. Being excessively concerned with one's own interests and opinions.  ■ "She was so egocentric, she couldn't even consider anyone else's needs in the group project."

Inflexible A person or thing that is difficult to change, bend, or shape.  ■ "The inflexible board of directors refused to consider the new CEO's proposal for a company restructuring."

prejudiced Having an unfounded or irrational preference for one thing over another, often based on stereotypes or negative attitudes.  ■ "She's so prejudiced against people from the south that she won't even consider dating them."

Prompting To give someone an idea, suggestion, or question that they should consider.  ■ "I was prompted to try a new recipe by a cooking blog I follow. It turned out to be a disaster!"

Selfishness The quality of being preoccupied with one's own interests or needs, often at the expense of others.  ■ Example usage: "I can't believe my friend is so selfish - they never even consider how their actions affect others."

Walled A term used to describe someone who is extremely close-minded and unwilling to consider alternative viewpoints.  ■ "I'm not a fan of conspiracy theories, but some people are so walled off from reality that they won't listen to reason."

widening To become wider or broader in scope, perspective, or knowledge.  ■ After reading several articles on the topic, Tom's perspective on the issue began to widen, and he realized there was more to consider than he had initially thought.

atom The smallest unit of an element that maintains the chemical properties of that element. Also known as a fundamental particle.  ■ I don't know why people think atoms are so small, they're actually pretty big if you consider their atomic weight!

cleaned To have removed all dirt, dust and debris from a surface or object, usually by using some sort of cleaning agent.  ■ After seeing the state of my roommate's bathroom, I knew I had to clean it before I could even consider sitting down on the toilet. I used a mixture of baking soda and vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing with a toothbrush. It took some time, but the result was worth it. The bathroom looked like a completely different room!

contemplated To consider deeply and carefully, often involving deep meditation or introspection.  ■ John contemplated his next move in the chess game for hours before making a move. He even closed his eyes and practiced deep breathing to calm his mind.

Elite A group of highly educated and cultured individuals who consider themselves to be the best of their kind.  ■ "The elite society was shocked when they learned that one of their own had been caught stealing from a charity event. They vowed never to let this happen again, but some say they'll have to lower their standards a bit if they want to keep up with the Joneses."

include To add something to a group, list, or collection.  ■ "I always include my favorite sandwich in my lunch box." To consider or take into account.  ■ "When planning a party, it's important to include everyone's favorite song on the playlist."

Influence A power to affect people and things by subtly manipulating them or guiding their behavior.  ■ "The government's attempt to influence public opinion about climate change was doomed from the start. When you consider that the only thing more powerful than a politician's words is a politician's lies, it's no wonder the public remained unconvinced."

levy A tax or fee, especially one imposed by a government on goods or services.  ■ The government decided to impose a new tax on gasoline to fund the construction of a new highway. This decision was met with outrage from drivers who complained that it was just another way for the government to levy money out of their pockets. A military action in which soldiers are sent across the border into an enemy's territory, often with the intent of capturing territory or destroying enemy infrastructure.  ■ "I heard they're planning to launch a levy against the neighboring country to secure their borders and protect their resources.", A person who is constantly looking for an excuse to take a break or do something else that they consider more enjoyable than what they are currently doing.  ■ "I'm sorry, I can't focus on this project right now. I have a serious case of the levys."

Needing The act of having a great need for something, often something that is difficult or expensive to obtain.  ■ "I need a new laptop so badly, but I can't afford one. Maybe if I start begging my boss for one, he might consider it."

Personality A set of traits and behaviors that make up an individual's unique character or identity. Personality is often used to describe how someone behaves in different situations, such as being outgoing, introverted, confident, or shy.  ■ When describing a person's personality, it's important to consider their individual quirks and traits. For example, some people have a "personality" that involves wearing matching socks every day, while others may be more eccentric and enjoy wearing neon leotards to the grocery store.

Reckless An individual who is extremely carefree and doesn't consider the consequences of their actions.  ■ Jane's brother decided to go bungee jumping off a bridge without checking if it was safe, proving once again that he was the most reckless person in the family.

resentful Adjective, Having a deep and lasting feeling of anger or bitterness towards someone, usually because they have done something that you consider to be unjust.  ■ After being repeatedly ignored by her colleagues, Jane was feeling deeply resentful and decided to quit her job.

rethink To consider a new idea or plan, often in response to a change in circumstances.  ■ "After realizing the cost of my favorite sandwich was too high, I decided to rethink my lunch options and opt for a cheaper alternative."

Salty A person who is easily offended by something they consider to be rude or disrespectful, often in response to a perceived lack of respect or appreciation for their own opinions.  ■ She's so salty about the comment her coworker made. She took it personally and started yelling at him.

schematics A detailed plan or design for a machine, system, or process, often in the form of diagrams.  ■ When creating a schematic for a new car engine, it's important to consider all the moving parts and how they interact with each other. But sometimes, like in this case, things don't go as planned.

westward The direction one would go if they were a cow, but in reality is just a bunch of empty space.  ■ "I know you think westward is the way to go, but have you ever stopped to consider that cows don't have any idea where they're going?"