Definition

Verb: - To consider or include something as a factor when making a decision, judgment, or calculation. It means to give proper thought or attention to relevant information or circumstances.

Usage

This verb is used to indicate that a particular fact, condition, or possibility is being considered in one's thinking or planning. It is often followed by the object being considered.

Examples

• When making the budget, we must take into account potential price increases. (We must consider potential price increases.)
• The judge will take into account the defendant's previous good behavior. (The judge will consider the defendant's previous good behavior.)
• Your final grade takes into account both your exam scores and class participation. (Your final grade considers both your exam scores and class participation.)

Advanced Usage

• "To be taken into account": The passive form is commonly used.
  • Many factors must be taken into account before a decision is made.
• "Taking everything into account": A phrase used to mean after considering all relevant factors.
  • Taking everything into account, I believe we should proceed with the project.

Variants and Related Words

• Take account of: A very close synonym with identical meaning.
  • The design takes account of the needs of elderly users.
• Account for (a meaning): To provide a reason or explanation for something. (Note: This is a different, though related, phrasal verb).
  • How do you account for the missing funds?

Synonyms

• Consider
• Bear in mind
• Make allowance for
• Factor in

Related Phrases

• Leave something out of account: To fail to consider something.
  • They left the weather out of account and had to cancel the outdoor event.

Verb

1. allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something
   • I allow for this possibility
   • The seamstress planned for 5% shrinkage after the first wash