kənˌsɪdəˈɹeɪʃən ˌkɒntəmˈpleɪʃən ˌkɑntəmˈpleɪʃən ɹɪˈflɛkʃən ɹɪˈflɛkʃ(ə)n ˈθɔːtf(ə)lnəs ˈθɔtf(ə)lnəs a considerate and thoughtful act the trait of thinking carefully before acting kind and considerate regard for others he showed no consideration for her feelings a calm, lengthy, intent consideration