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

Derived Forms

• unconsidering
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of considering

consider + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Although I am the beneficiary, I’m considering changing it to make the beneficiaries our two children, who could certainly use the money — if that day ever comes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Now the jury is considering financial penalties on top of the $176 million that’s been awarded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Its shares rose about 11% following a report that Google and Nvidia were considering it as a backup chip-making option.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The reaction might seem counterintuitive considering the top-line miss.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Jack desperately wanted to stop her, considering how well this act had played out before, but he couldn’t think of anything to do that wouldn’t make things worse.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley