reconsider — to think again about a decision or opinion and decide if you want to change it
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to think again about a decision or opinion and decide if you want to change it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌriːkənˈsɪdər/
Korean meaning: 재고하다, 다시 생각하다
Korean pronunciation: 리-컨-시-더 (강세: 시)
Example Sentences
- After seeing the weather forecast, we decided to reconsider our beach picnic plans.
- My mom reconsidered grounding me after I did all the dishes without being asked.
- The company will reconsider the salary offer if you have more experience.
reconsider
VERB//ˌriːkənˈsɪdər//
to think again about a decision or opinion and decide if you want to change it
He reconsidered his decision after seeing the damage his words had caused.
She reconsidered the offer after learning what it would truly cost her.
He reconsidered his anger, remembered their history, and finally surrendered his pride.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 온 'consider'에 '다시'를 의미하는 're-'가 붙어서 '다시 생각하다'는 의미가 되었습니다. 마치 생각의 시간을 되돌려서 처음부터 다시 고민하는 것처럼요.
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📝Examples
“After seeing the weather forecast, we decided to reconsider our beach picnic plans.”
“My mom reconsidered grounding me after I did all the dishes without being asked.”
“The company will reconsider the salary offer if you have more experience.”
“I'm reconsidering my choice of pizza toppings after seeing what my friend ordered.”
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