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It was considerate to save a seat for your friend.
What does Considerate mean?
Thoughtful of others.
Dictionary definition
Showing care for other people's needs and feelings.
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Considerate in a sentence
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A considerate teammate shares materials without being asked.
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Being considerate means thinking about how your actions affect others.
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What does considerate mean?
Considerate means showing care for other people's needs and feelings.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to considerate?
Thoughtful is close in meaning to considerate in this context.
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Inconsiderate gives a useful opposite or contrast to considerate.
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kun · sid · er · it · strongest beat: sid
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WordConsiderate.
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MeaningConsiderate means Thoughtful of others.
ExampleExample: It was considerate to save a seat for your friend.
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4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kun · sid · er · it
- Strongest beat
- sid
- Ending
- it
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sid.
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Synonyms
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thoughtfulA similar word or phrase for considerate in this meaning.
kindA similar word or phrase for considerate in this meaning.
mindfulA similar word or phrase for considerate in this meaning.
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inconsiderateA useful contrast to considerate in this meaning.
rudeA useful contrast to considerate in this meaning.
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