Meaning & Definition of word "Reconsideration"

Reconsideration

/ˌriːˌkɒnsɪˈdeɪʃən/

1. The action of considering something again, especially with the intention of changing a decision or opinion.
- Example: After much reconsideration, she decided to accept the job offer.
2. A formal request for a decision to be reviewed or changed.
- Example: The company submitted a reconsideration for their earlier proposal to the board.
3. The process of reevaluating a previous conclusion or stance.
- Example: His reconsideration of the policy led to significant changes that benefited the community.

From the prefix 're-' meaning again + 'consideration', from Latin 'consideratio', meaning careful thought.

second thoughts:

Doubts or reconsideration about a decision.

think twice:

To reconsider or think more carefully.

have a change of heart:

To change one's opinion or decision.

reconsider:

To think about something again, especially in order to make a different decision.

consideration:

The process of thinking carefully about something.

Meaning: Rethink

Example Sentence: I might need to rethink my plans after hearing that news.

Meaning: Take a step back

Example Sentence: Sometimes you just have to take a step back to see the bigger picture.