Thoughtful vs. Considerate — What's the Difference?

Given to careful thought; reflective

Having or showing regard for the needs or feelings of others.

Engrossed in thought

(Archaic) Characterized by careful thought; deliberate.

Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought

Consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people and their rights, needs, feelings and comfort).

Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes.

Characterised by careful and conscious thought.

Demonstrating thought or careful consideration.

Synonym of consider

Demonstrating kindness or consideration for others.

Given to consideration or to sober reflection; regardful of consequences or circumstances; circumspect; careful; esp. careful of the rights, claims, and feelings of others.

Full of thought; employed in meditation; contemplative; as, a man of thoughtful mind.

Having respect to; regardful.

Attentive; careful; exercising the judgment; having the mind directed to an object; as, thoughtful of gain; thoughtful in seeking truth.

Showing concern for the rights and feelings of others;

Anxious; solicitous; concerned.

Having intellectual depth;

Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought;

Acting with or showing thought and good sense;

Taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention;

Showing consideration and anticipation of needs;