consideration (EN)

noun

noun “consideration”

1. the process of careful thought or deliberation
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   After long consideration, she decided to accept the job offer.
2. a fact or circumstance that must be thought about when making a decision
   Cost is an important consideration when choosing a new car.
3. thoughtfulness or kindness shown to others
   He always shows consideration for his neighbors by keeping the noise down.
4. a payment or reward for a service or a favor
   The company offered him a generous consideration for his consultancy work.
5. (law) something of value exchanged between parties that makes an agreement legally binding
   In exchange for the land, the buyer provided monetary consideration.