reconsider

/ˈɹiːkənˌsɪdə/

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Also seen as: reconsiders · reconsidering · reconsidered

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To consider a matter again.

Verb

Examples

Is there any way I can get you to reconsider selling your car?

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To change one's mind, with or without actually considering the matter again.

VerbRegister: informal

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “reconsider” mean?

To consider a matter again.

Is “reconsider” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.