taken account of
/ˈteɪkən əˈkaʊnt ʌv/
VERB
1. Having been considered or taken into consideration
Having been considered, acknowledged, or included when making a decision, judgment, calculation, assessment, or plan.
1.1. Considering relevant factors or circumstances
Describes facts, conditions, variables, or circumstances that have been considered and included when evaluating a situation, making a decision, or reaching a conclusion.
Synonyms
- considered
- taken into account
- reckoned with
- factored in
- allowed for
- calculated
- weighed
- accounted for
Antonyms
- disregarded
- ignored
- discounted
- overlooked
- neglected
Examples
- All relevant factors were taken account of before the final decision was made.
- The effects of inflation were taken account of when calculating the annual budget.
- Several environmental conditions must be taken account of in the research.
Related Words
- consideration
- assessment
- evaluation
- calculation
- judgment
- factor
- circumstance
1.2. Including someone's needs, opinions, or contributions
Describes people's preferences, opinions, requirements, or contributions that have been acknowledged and considered when making arrangements, decisions, or evaluations.
Synonyms
- considered
- accommodated
- recognized
- acknowledged
- allowed for
- taken into consideration
Antonyms
- ignored
- disregarded
- excluded
- overlooked
- neglected
Examples
- The employees' suggestions were taken account of when revising the workplace policy.
- The architect ensured that the client's preferences were taken account of in the design.
- Everyone's contributions were taken account of during the team's final evaluation.