What is the meaning of consideration?

noun

• The process of giving careful thought to something.
• Information that should be kept in mind when making a decision.
  • usage: "another consideration is the time it would take"
  • synonyms: circumstance, condition
• A discussion of a topic (as in a meeting. )
  • usage: "consideration of the traffic problem took more than an hour"
• Kind and considerate regard for others.
  • usage: "he showed no consideration for her feelings"
  • synonyms: considerateness, thoughtfulness
• A fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone.
  • synonyms: retainer
• A considerate and thoughtful act.
  • synonyms: thoughtfulness