considerateness

/kən'sidəritnis/

Thân thiện

He shows considerateness by holding the door open for a person carrying a heavy box.

Definition

Noun 1. The quality of being thoughtful and careful about the needs, feelings, or circumstances of others; kindness and regard shown through one's actions. It is the state or characteristic of being considerate.

Examples of Usage

• Her considerateness was evident when she lowered her voice upon noticing the sleeping baby.
• A simple act of considerateness, like holding the door open, can make someone's day better.
• He is known for his considerateness towards his colleagues, always checking if they need help with their workload.

Advanced Usage

• "To act with considerateness": To behave in a way that shows careful thought for others.
  • Even under pressure, a good leader acts with considerateness for their team's well-being.
• "A model of considerateness": Used to describe a person or action that perfectly exemplifies this quality.
  • Her letter, which acknowledged everyone's contributions, was a model of considerateness.

Variants and Related Words

• Considerate (adjective): Thoughtful of the rights and feelings of others.
  • He is a very considerate neighbor.
• Consideration (noun): This is a more common and broader term. It can mean:
  • Careful thought (e.g., After much consideration, I decided to accept the job.)
  • A factor taken into account (e.g., Price is an important consideration.)
  • Thoughtfulness for others (e.g., She treats her staff with great consideration.). In this third sense, it is a close synonym for "considerateness," though "consideration" is more frequently used.

Synonyms

• Thoughtfulness: The quality of being absorbed in thought or showing consideration for others.
• Attentiveness: Paying close attention to the needs of others.
• Solicitude: Care or concern for someone or something.
• Tact: Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.

Antonyms

• Inconsiderateness: Lack of care or thought for others.
• Thoughtlessness: Not thinking about the needs or feelings of other people.
• Selfishness: Concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.

Học thuật

Noun

1. kind and considerate regard for others
   • he showed no consideration for her feelings

Từ đồng nghĩa

• consideration
• thoughtfulness