Definitions: (1) showing kindly regard for the feelings or circumstances of others; thoughtful; (2) showing care; deliberate
Derivation: Latin, “examine,” (perhaps based on sidus: “star”)
Quotes:
• Being considerate of others will take your children further in life than any college degree. — Marian Wright Edelman (1939-) American civil rights activist
• Though force can protect in emergency, only justice, fairness, consideration, and cooperation can finally lead men to the dawn of eternal peace. — Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890-1969) 34th President of the United States