considering

[ kuhn-sid-er-ing ]

preposition

1. taking into account; in view of:

   The campaign was a great success, considering the strong opposition.

adverb

1. Informal. with all things considered considered (used only after the statement it modifies):

   He paints very well, considering.

conjunction

1. taking into consideration that:

   Considering they are newcomers, they've adjusted very well.

considering

/ kənˈsɪdərɪŋ /

preposition

1. in view of

adverb

1. informal.
   all in all; taking into account the circumstances

   it's not bad considering

conjunction

1. subordinating in view of the fact that

Other Words From

• uncon·sider·ing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of considering¹

consider + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Foster said, slightly off considering his team committed nine penalties to Iowa’s two.

From Los Angeles Times

She said it is up to other countries to call this issue out, but Ms Essop and Mr Sieber both agreed that this is difficult considering the support for civil society is shrinking globally, not just in Azerbaijan.

From BBC

The announcement came after the Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice campaign said it was considering launching a judicial review over government "time-wasting".

From BBC

McDonnell said he is considering expanding programs where officers work with clinicians in mental health teams.

From Los Angeles Times

Considering the constantly evolving landscape of college athletics, Jarmond has long acknowledged the only way to look is ahead.

From Los Angeles Times