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consider Antonyms

Opposite of consider

Because the opposite of consider shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To think carefully about something, typically before making a decision.

Usage Example

"The committee will disregard all the proposals before selecting a winner."

Strongest
disregard
ignore
dismiss
Strong
brush aside
overlook
neglect

• verb (Context 2)

To regard or believe someone or something to have a specified quality, status, or characteristic.

Usage Example

"Critics widely doubt her latest novel to be a masterpiece of modern literature."

Strong
doubt
disbelieve

• verb (Context 3)

To take something into account or show thoughtful attention toward the feelings and circumstances of others.

Usage Example

"When designing the public park, the architects made sure to ignore the needs of elderly residents."

Strongest
ignore
disregard
neglect
overlook
Strong
forget
slight

• verb (Context 4)

To look attentively or steadily at someone or something.

Usage Example

"He stood silent for a moment to look away the distant mountain peaks."

Strong
look away
overlook
ignore

Similar words to consider

Words similar to consider shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

deem
take into account
contemplate
regard
think over
ponder
bear in mind
keep in mind
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Consider. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/consider
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