heeding

verb (present participle)

Meaning

Paying close attention to advice, warnings, or instructions and acting upon them.

Examples

She succeeded by heeding the advice of her mentors.
The government is finally heeding the public's demand for cleaner air.

Synonyms: listening to, following, minding, observing

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heeding

verb (present participle)

Pronunciation: /ˈhiːdɪŋ/

Definition

Paying close attention to advice, warnings, or instructions and acting upon them.

Examples

She succeeded by heeding the advice of her mentors.
The government is finally heeding the public's demand for cleaner air.
By not heeding the storm warnings, the hikers put themselves in unnecessary danger.

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