definition of
consideration

[1] #1 consideration n. the process of giving careful thought to something. wn

[2] #2 consideration n. [circumstance, condition] information that should be kept in mind when making a decision; "another consideration is the time it would take". wn

[3] #3 consideration n. a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting); "consideration of the traffic problem took more than an hour". wn

[4] #4 consideration n. [considerateness, thoughtfulness] kind and considerate regard for others; "he showed no consideration for her feelings". wn

[5] #5 consideration n. [retainer] a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone. wn