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attentive

[uh-ten-tiv] / əˈtɛn tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
concentrating
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aware conscientious interested observant vigilant watchful
STRONG
heedful
WEAK
alert all ears awake enrapt enthralled fascinated glued hanging on every word hooked immersed intent listening mindful on one's toes on the ball on the job on the lookout on the qui vive preoccupied regardful studious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless inattentive negligent unaware
WEAK
disregarding heedless ignorant inconsiderate neglectful neglecting unattentive
ADJECTIVE
considerate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accommodating courteous devoted gracious polite respectful solicitous thoughtful
WEAK
civil gallant kind obliging
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discourteous impolite mean negligent rude uncivil unmannerly unrefined
WEAK
disregarding heedless ignorant inattentive inconsiderate neglectful neglecting unattentive

Example Sentences

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It also spoke to who Kiara was as a person, family members said: beautiful, warm, thoughtfully attentive to details and focused on the things that matter most.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

His mountain retreat on Airbnb - where he's rated a "superhost" - includes guest reviews dubbing him "helpful", "attentive" and quick to respond.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

It has not been a major issue, but when I consider the effects of inflation on our retirement savings, I have become more attentive to such matters.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"As for us, his parents, we are waiting. Our contacts at the crisis centre are very attentive and inspire confidence. We are tired but optimistic," he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Cob peered closely at the newer, more attentive member of his small audience, the smith’s prentice.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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