noun (n)

• the process of giving careful thought to something(noun.cognition)

  source: wordnet30
• information that should be kept in mind when making a decision(noun.cognition)

  Example:
  Another consideration is the time it would take.
  

  Synonym:
  circumstance, condition
  

  source: wordnet30
• a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting)(noun.communication)

  Example:
  Consideration of the traffic problem took more than an hour.
  

  source: wordnet30
• kind and considerate regard for others(noun.attribute)

  Example:
  He showed no consideration for her feelings.
  

  Synonym:
  considerateness, thoughtfulness
  Antonym:
  inconsiderateness, inconsideration, thoughtlessness
  

  source: wordnet30
• a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone(noun.possession)

  Synonym:
  retainer
  

  source: wordnet30
• a considerate and thoughtful act(noun.act)

  Synonym:
  thoughtfulness
  

  source: wordnet30
• The act or process of considering; continuous careful thought; examination; contemplation; deliberation; attention.(noun)

  source: webster1913