reconsideration

verb (used with object)

1. to consider again, especially with a view to change of decision or action: to reconsider a refusal.
2. Parliamentary Procedure. to take up for consideration a second time, as a motion or a vote, as with the view of reversing or modifying action taken.

verb (used without object)

3. to reconsider a matter.

verb

1. to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one’s policy or course of action
2. (in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other matter) that has already been voted upon

n.

1650s, from re- “again” + consideration.

v.

1570s, from French reconsidérer and also from re- “back, again” + consider. Related: Reconsidered; reconsidering.