preposition

considering

considering, in view of

Considering his age, he did very well.

Considering his age, he did very well.

It was a good result, considering the circumstances.

It was a good result, considering the circumstances.

considering ((sth. / a clause)) taking (sth.) into account Considering his age, he did very well.

Synonyms: given, in view of, taking into account

From the verb 'consider', from Latin 'considerare' (to look at closely), possibly from 'con-' (with) + 'sidus' (star).

Think of it as a shorthand for 'when you consider the fact that...'. It introduces a context or reason.

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