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reconsider Synonyms

Another word for reconsider

Choosing another word for reconsider depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To consider again, especially with the possibility of changing a previous decision, opinion, or course of action.

Usage Example

"The board agreed to rethink the proposal after reviewing the updated budget figures."

Strongest
rethink
reassess
reevaluate
Strong
reexamine
review
revisit
reappraise
think over
mull over

• verb (Context 2)

To take up a previously voted motion or measure again for further deliberation and a new vote (in parliamentary procedure).

Usage Example

"A committee member who voted with the prevailing side moved to reopen the resolution before the session adjourned."

Strong
reopen
reexamine
review
revisit

Opposites of reconsider

The opposite of reconsider shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

uphold
reaffirm
ratify
maintain
stand by
table
See all opposites of reconsider

• Nearby Words

reconnection
reconquer
reconquest
reconsider
reconsideration
reconstitute
reconstitution

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reconsider. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reconsider
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