reconsider

American  

[ree-kuhn-sid-er] / ˌri kənˈsɪd ər /

verb (used with object)

1. to consider again, especially with a view to change of decision or action.

   to reconsider a refusal.

   Synonyms:

   reevaluate, reexamine, review, rethink

2. Parliamentary Procedure. to take up for consideration a second time, as a motion or a vote, as with the view of reversing or modifying action taken.

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verb (used without object)

1. to reconsider a matter.

reconsider British  

/ ˌriːkənˈsɪdə /

verb

1. to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one's policy or course of action

2. (in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other matter) that has already been voted upon

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Other Word Forms

• reconsideration noun
• unreconsidered adjective

Etymology

Origin of reconsider

First recorded in 1565–75; re- + consider

Example Sentences

I’ve been noticing how expensive live entertainment has become lately, and it’s made me reconsider how much I’m spending on experiences.

From MarketWatch

While such ideas remain controversial, they highlight an important point: The emergence of advanced AI may force us to reconsider assumptions that have guided science for generations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cran said it could reconsider its decision either "on its own motion or on a petition filed by an aggrieved party" within 90 days.

From BBC

But lately, as several personal and creative projects have begun colliding in my calendar, I’ve found myself reconsidering it.

From Salon

His remarks came as central banks reconsider their monetary policies amid expectations that the surge in oil prices will send inflation soaring, with the Reserve Bank of Australia last week hiking interest rates.

From Barron's

Related Words

• amend
• reassess
• reevaluate
• reexamine
• rethink
• review
• revise