Meaning & use

considered

adjective·Academic

Carefully thought through and formed only after reflection, rather than made hastily.

See it in a sentence

Her considered response addressed every concern the committee had raised.

After a considered review of the evidence, the jury reached its verdict.

A note on using this word

Considered is typically placed before a noun, as in 'considered opinion,' to emphasize care rather than speed.

Words with a similar meaning

deliberatethoughtful

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Another way to use it

2. verb

Simple past tense and past participle of consider: thought carefully about something before making a decision.

She considered every option before choosing a college.

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