reconsider
word
/ˌɹikənˈsɪdɝ/
ree-kuhn-SI-dur
/ɹˌiːkənsˈɪdɐ/
ree-kuhn-SI-duh
Definition
To think about a decision or opinion again, often because of new information or a change in situation.
Usage & Nuances
'Reconsider' is formal or polite; common in business, legal, and academic contexts. Often followed by 'your decision', 'the offer', etc. It implies an open mind to change if there are good reasons. Don't confuse with 'review', which is broader and less about changing your mind.
Spanish: reconsiderarPortuguese (BR): reconsiderarPortuguese (PT): reconsiderarChinese (Simplified): 重新考虑Chinese (Traditional): 重新考慮Hindi: पुनर्विचार करनाArabic: إعادة النظرBengali: পুনর্বিবেচনা করাRussian: пересмотретьJapanese: 再考するVietnamese: xem xét lạiKorean: 재고하다Turkish: yeniden düşünmekUrdu: دوبارہ غور کرناIndonesian: mempertimbangkan kembali
Example Sentences
They asked us to reconsider the plan.
basic
Can you reconsider your decision?
basic
After hearing your reasons, I might reconsider.
natural
The company refused to reconsider its offer.
natural
If new evidence appears, the judge may reconsider the case.
natural
I will reconsider my answer.
basic