considered

adjective

con·​sid·​ered kən-ˈsi-dərd How to pronounce considered (audio)
Synonyms of considerednext
1
: matured by extended deliberative thought
a considered opinion
2
: viewed with respect or esteem

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It's my considered opinion that she was not guilty of the crime. Their actions were a considered response to the violence.
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The considered yes is not recklessness. — Annette Logan-Parker, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 And, ultimately, being a writer who borrows from life is something that should be gone about in a considered way, because life matters. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 22 Apr. 2026 Others had a tight, considered design, especially the islands meant to highlight a specific weapon or gadget. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026 Elizabeth honed in on the importance of the transatlantic alliance during a considered address that came in under 15 minutes. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for considered

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First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of considered was in 1628

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“Considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/considered. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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