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 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

Xu said she would encourage other parents considering it to take the leap.

From Barron's

But for those considering direct action elsewhere, there were lessons in 2025 of how protest can produce results.

From BBC

They are also considering that the case may cross international borders.

From BBC

That type of hype can disappear just as fast as it makes prices surge, and investors considering swapping gold for silver must bear that in mind.

From Barron's

That type of hype can disappear just as fast as it makes prices surge, and investors considering swapping gold for silver must bear that in mind.

From Barron's