considerately
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a considerate manner: Showing careful thought for the needs and feelings of others; thoughtfully and kindly.
Usage
The adverb "considerately" describes how an action is performed—specifically, in a way that shows consideration. It modifies verbs to indicate that the action was done with regard for others.
Examples
- Adverb:
- He considerately offered his seat to the elderly passenger. (He offered his seat in a manner that showed thoughtfulness for the passenger's need.)
- She spoke considerately to avoid hurting anyone's feelings. (She spoke in a way that was mindful of others' emotions.)
- They considerately withdrew to give us some privacy. (They withdrew in a thoughtful manner, respecting our need for privacy.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to modify a verb phrase: "Considerately" often appears before or after the verb or verb phrase it modifies to emphasize the thoughtful nature of the action.
- Considerately, she turned down the music after 10 p.m.
- He waited considerately until I had finished speaking.
Variants and Related Words
- Considerate (adjective): Thoughtful of the rights and feelings of others.
- He is a very considerate neighbor.
- Consideration (noun): Careful thought, typically over a period of time; thoughtfulness for others.
- She showed great consideration for her colleagues.
- Inconsiderately (adverb): The opposite manner; thoughtlessly, without consideration for others.
- He parked his car inconsiderately, blocking the driveway.
Synonyms
- Thoughtfully: In a way that shows careful consideration.
- Kindly: In a kind, benevolent manner.
- Attentively: Paying close attention to the needs of others.
- Solicitously: Showing interest or concern in a protective or anxious way.
Antonyms
- Inconsiderately: Without consideration for others.
- Thoughtlessly: Without consideration of the consequences or others' feelings.
- Rudely: In an offensive or impolite manner.
Adverb
- in a considerate manner
- they considerately withdrew