considerate
/kənˈsɪdərət/ (bre, ipa) · /kənˈsɪdərət/ (ame, ipa) · /kən-ˈsi-d(ə-)rət/ (ame, mw)
considerate — adjective
- consideratepositive
- more consideratecomparative
- most consideratesuperlative
1. A considerate person thinks about how their actions might affect other people, a
A considerate person thinks about how their actions might affect other people, and chooses to behave in a way that avoids causing trouble or discomfort for them.
Ife's considerate nature meant she always asked her guests what they would like to eat.
collocation: considerate nature
João left a note so the late-night noise would not worry his roommate.
implicit: action showing consideration for others' comfort
The manager thanked Talia for her considerate email, which gave the team time to prepare.
Karim offered to carry the heavy bags for his elderly neighbour without being asked.
It was considerate of Yuna to save the new student a seat in the cafeteria.
- thoughtful
closest synonym; interchangeable in most everyday contexts, but 'thoughtful' can also mean 'showing careful planning'
- kind
broader in meaning; covers generosity and warmth beyond simply avoiding trouble for others
- attentive
stresses active notice and response to someone's needs, often in a caregiving or service setting
- understanding
emphasises empathy and willingness to see things from another person's point of view
- inconsiderate
direct opposite; acting without regard for others' feelings or convenience
- selfish
focuses on putting one's own needs ahead of others', rather than simply ignoring their needs
文法句型
it + be + considerate + of + someone + to-infinitive
用法筆記
Frequently found in the construction 'it is considerate of someone to do something', which comments on an action as kind or thoughtful. Also commonly paired with nouns such as nature, gesture, act, or word to describe a person's behaviour.