This is the 2273rd most frequent Swedish word.
ansågs
"Ansågs" means "was considered" in English.
Here, 'ansågs' is used in the past passive voice to express that the idea was thought of or regarded as revolutionary in the past.
Idén ansågs vara revolutionerande.
The idea was considered to be revolutionary.
In this sentence, 'ansågs' indicates a consideration or opinion held by many regarding his proposal, emphasizing the subjectivity of the assessment.
Hans förslag ansågs av många som orealistiskt.
His proposal was considered by many as unrealistic.
'Ansågs' here communicates that the judgment or evaluation of the teacher's decision being fair was held by the group.