Con*sid"er*ate
(k&obreve;n*s&ibreve;d"&etilde;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.
Of dauntless courage and considerate
pride.
Milton.
Æneas is patient, considerate, and
careful of his people.
Dryden.
The wisest and most considerate men in the
world.
Sharp.
2. Having respect to; regardful.
[R.]
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.
