considering

American  

[kuhn-sid-er-ing] / kənˈsɪd ər ɪŋ /

preposition

1. taking into account; in view of.

   The campaign was a great success, considering the strong opposition.

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adverb

1. Informal. with all things considered (used only after the statement it modifies).

   He paints very well, considering.

conjunction

1. taking into consideration that.

   Considering they are newcomers, they've adjusted very well.

considering British  

/ kənˈsɪdərɪŋ /

preposition

1. in view of

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adverb

1. informal all in all; taking into account the circumstances

   it's not bad considering

conjunction

1. (subordinating) in view of the fact that

Other Word Forms

• unconsidering adjective

Etymology

Origin of considering

consider + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Fans suspect that by “streamlining,” execs mean that they’re working on ways to integrate AI, which wouldn’t be a shock considering Marvel’s reputation for overworking its effects teams.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

He is even considering his next trip - having been invited to Hoboken New Jersey, where Sinatra was born.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Celestina Bishop said she’s considering selling Woodlawn Celestial Garden, where her mother and sister are buried, along with Civil War veterans.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The head of an international shipowners association, Jakob Larsen at Bimco, went a step further by urging caution to those considering making the voyage on the main shipping lanes trough the strait.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Awesiinh and Dalton share a glance, and for a second, I think they’re finally, for the first time, honestly considering playing my song.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith