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reconsider
[ ree-kuhn-sid-er ]
verb (used with object)
- to consider again, especially with a view to change of decision or action:
to reconsider a refusal.
Synonyms: , , ,
- Parliamentary Procedure. to take up for consideration a second time, as a motion or a vote, as with the view of reversing or modifying action taken.
verb (used without object)
- to reconsider a matter.
reconsider
/ ˌːəˈɪə /
verb
- to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one's policy or course of action
- (in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other matter) that has already been voted upon
Derived Forms
- ˌDzˌˈپDz, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- cDz·e·tDz noun
- ܲr·Dz·İ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of reconsider1
Example Sentences
The board vote did not include discussion and ignored pleas from public commenters who asked Metro to reconsider its plans to include upgraded bike lanes.
The prime minister said he was "very disappointed" the Sentencing Council refused to reconsider the guidance.
It comes after the Sentencing Council refused a request from Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood to reconsider its new instructions for judges.
The congressman joined 100 other Democrats in the House and Senate in sending a letter to President Trump, urging him to reconsider any plan to reduce or eliminate the disease prevention program.
If parole is denied, Saldívar’s case will be reconsidered in one to five years.
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