Reconsideration Meaning in English
word
ɹikənˌsɪdɝˈeɪʃən
ree-kun-sid-ur-AY-shun
ɹˌiːkənsˌɪdəɹˈeɪʃən
ree-kun-sid-uh-RAY-shun
Definition
The act of thinking again about a decision, opinion, or proposal, often with the possibility of changing it.
Usage & Nuances
Most often formal or official; commonly used in business, law, or official communication. Often paired with 'request for', as in 'request for reconsideration.' Not usually used in casual speech.
Spanish: reconsideraciónPortuguese (BR): reconsideraçãoPortuguese (PT): reconsideraçãoChinese (Simplified): 重新考虑Chinese (Traditional): 重新考慮Hindi: पुनर्विचारArabic: إعادة نظرBengali: পুনর্বিবেচনাRussian: пересмотрJapanese: 再考 - 再検討Vietnamese: xem xét lạiKorean: 재고 - 재검토Turkish: yeniden değerlendirme - tekrar gözden geçirmeUrdu: دوبارہ غور - نظرِ ثانیIndonesian: peninjauan kembali - pertimbangan ulang
Example Sentences
The judge agreed to a reconsideration of the case.
basic
She asked for reconsideration of her job application.
basic
The school allowed a reconsideration of the student's grade.
basic
After some reconsideration, they decided not to move.
natural
Management is open to reconsideration if you present new facts.
natural
They sent a letter requesting reconsideration of the fine.
natural