Con*sid"er*ate*ness

considerateness \considerateness\ n.
   kind and considerate regard for others; consideration.

   Syn: consideration, thoughtfulness.
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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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