CEFR B2

inattention

noun

Meaning

A lack of attention or care; failure to pay proper heed.

Examples

The accident was attributed to the driver's momentary inattention.
His inattention during the lecture led him to miss crucial details.

Synonyms: distraction, carelessness, negligence, heedlessness

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inattention (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnəˈtɛnʃən/

Definition

A lack of attention or care; failure to pay proper heed.

Examples

The accident was attributed to the driver's momentary inattention.
His inattention during the lecture led him to miss crucial details.
Despite repeated warnings, her inattention to safety rules caused a minor incident.

How to Use inattention

inattention to (prepositional phrase): Lack of attention directed towards something specific. — "His inattention to the safety instructions resulted in a minor injury."
through inattention (prepositional phrase): As a result of not paying attention. — "The mistake was made through inattention rather than lack of skill."

Synonyms of inattention

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