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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Considerate \Con*sid"er*ate\ (k[o^]n*s[i^]d"[~e]r*[asl]t), a.
[L. consideratus, p. p.]
1. Given to consideration or to sober reflection; regardful
of consequences or circumstances; circumspect; careful;
esp. careful of the rights, claims, and feelings of
others.
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Of dauntless courage and considerate pride.
--Milton.
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[AE]neas is patient, considerate, and careful of his
people. --Dryden.
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The wisest and most considerate men in the world.
--Sharp.
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2. Having respect to; regardful. [R.]
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They may be . . . more considerate of praise. --Dr.
H. More.
Syn: Thoughtful; reflective; careful; discreet; prudent;
deliberate; serious. See {Thoughtful}. --
{Con*sid"er*ate*ly}, adv. -- {Con*sid"er*ate*ness}, n.
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