considerate

CONSIDERATE, a. [L. See Consider.]

1. Given to consideration, or to sober reflection; thoughtful; hence, serious; circumspect; careful; discreet; prudent; not hasty or rash; not negligent.

Aeneas is patient, considerate, and careful of his people.

2. Having respect to; regardful; as, considerate of praise. [Little used.]

3. Moderate; not rigorous.