reconsideration

• Nom désignant l'action de reconsidérer une question ou une décision, souvent en vue d'en modifier le résultat ou le choix initial.

A noun referring to the act of thinking about a topic or decision again, often with the aim of changing a previous choice or outcome.

1. Review of a decisionB2formal

   The act of thinking about a topic again, especially in a formal setting, with the aim of changing a previous decision.

   Réexamen d'une décision

   • The committee called for a reconsideration of the budget proposal.
   • After much debate, they agreed to a reconsideration of the policy.
   • The board's reconsideration led to a reversal of the earlier vote.

   Synonymesreassessmentreevaluationreexaminationreview

2. Second thoughtB2formal

   The process of thinking again about a choice that was made previously.

   Seconde pensée

   • He asked for a reconsideration of his job application.
   • After a brief reconsideration, she decided to accept the offer.
   • The reconsideration of his options took several days.

   Synonymesreassessmentreexaminationreviewsecond thought