Meaning & use
considerate
Careful not to cause inconvenience or hurt to others; thoughtful of other people's feelings and needs.
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It was considerate of him to lower his voice while the baby was sleeping.
She's always considerate, remembering everyone's dietary restrictions before every dinner party.
A note on using this word
Considerate should not be confused with 'considerable,' which means large in size or amount; the two words are commonly mixed up.
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