give thought en · VERB
Meanings
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(transitive) To consider, think about, or evaluate (something or someone).
I've been giving it a lot of thought lately, and I've decided to stop buying eggs that fail to earn the "certified humane" label.
I have recently given some thought to manly sports, and I venture a few words in regard to their value in every scheme of all-round education.
1902, Calvin M. Woodward, Popular Science Monthly, Domestic and intercollegiate athletics:This idea isn't worth giving some thought to.
Have you considered an annuity? Give it some thought and let me know what you decide.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| gave thought | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| given thought | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| giving thought | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| gives thought | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |
Relateds
grist for the mill · think again · think better of · think twice · give someone pause · food for thought · makes you think