attentive (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈtɛntɪv/

Definition

Paying close attention to something or someone.

Examples

• She was attentive to the needs of her elderly parents.

• He gave an attentive ear to the speaker's concerns.

• Please be attentive in class and avoid distractions.

How to Use attentive

attentive to (prepositional phrase)

Paying close attention to someone or something. — "The nurse was very attentive to the patient's needs."

Synonyms of attentive

Words with a similar meaning to attentive:

• observant
• mindful
• diligent
• conscientious

Antonyms of attentive

Words with the opposite meaning to attentive:

• inattentive
• distracted
• careless

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