considering

CEFRB1

/kənˈsɪdəɹɪŋ/

preposition · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    preposition

    Taking something into account.

  2. 02

    preposition

    Extra detail

    Given the circumstances; all in all; all things considered.

Examples

  • I am considering how to settle the matter.

  • Tom did well considering his age.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
2
Citations
1
Synonyms
1

Deep Dive

preposition

Extra meaning

  1. Taking into account.

verb

Extra meaning

  1. present participle and gerund of consider

More examples

In context

  • Considering the extent of his crimes, he was given a surprisingly short sentence.

  • Considering they are newcomers, they've accomplished a lot.

  • Your wound doesn't look that bad, considering.

Synonyms

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

blank the heavy rain, the picnic was surprisingly successful yesterday.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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