Verbs of Mental Processes - Verbs for Decision-Making
Here you will learn some English verbs referring to decision-making such as "consider", "select", and "determine".
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to weigh
[Verb]
to consider all the possible outcomes and different aspects of something before making a definite decision
to think through
[Verb]
to carefully consider all aspects of a situation or decision
Ex: Before signing the contract , make sure think through all the terms and conditions .
to think over
[Verb]
to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision
Ex: We think over the consequences of our actions .
to pick
[Verb]
to choose someone or something out of a group of people or things
Ex: Can you help pick the best color for the living room walls ?
to settle on
[Verb]
to decide something, after considering all possible alternatives
Ex: The couple took weeks settle on a name for their newborn baby .
to pick out
[Verb]
to choose among a group of people or things
Ex: They asked the children pick out their favorite toys .
to decide on
[Verb]
to choose a particular option or course of action
Ex: The committee needed decide on a date for the upcoming event that suited everyone .

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