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all things considered

adverb

  1. (modal) Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture.

    "Of course some areas are more dangerous than others, but all things considered Glasgow is quite a safe place to live."

  2. (modal) Despite possible indications to the contrary.

    "Though only a few people attended the premiere, all things considered the play was rather a success."

  3. (modal) Within the constraints of the situation.

    "Although rationing was strict, they had a couple of chickens and a vegetable patch and they ate well, all things considered."

Synonymsactually, as a matter of fact, in fact, all in all, by and large, for the most part

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