attentive

US /əˈten.t̬ɪv/

UK /əˈten.t̬ɪv/

1.

paying close attention to something

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The students were very attentive during the lecture.

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She gave an attentive listen to his problems.

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observant heedful alert focused mindful

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inattentive distracted unobservant

2.

showing care or consideration for others

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He was very attentive to his guests' needs.

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The nurse was very attentive and made sure I was comfortable.

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considerate thoughtful caring solicitous obliging

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inconsiderate thoughtless neglectful

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attention pay attention (to)pay attention hold someone's attention catch someone's attention attention deficit hyperactivity disorder