attentiveness

/ə'tentivnis/
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attentiveness

A teacher smiles at a student who shows attentiveness during the lesson.

Definition

Noun 1. The quality or state of being attentive; careful observation or listening. This refers to the trait of paying close attention to details, tasks, or information. 2. Consideration for the needs or wishes of others; thoughtfulness. This refers to the trait of being mindful and caring towards other people.

Usage and Examples
  • Demonstrating careful attention:
    • The student's attentiveness in class was evident from her detailed notes.
    • The job requires great attentiveness to safety procedures.
  • Demonstrating consideration for others:
    • His attentiveness as a host made all the guests feel welcome.
    • She appreciated the nurse's attentiveness to her comfort.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
  • "Attentiveness to" is a common collocation used to specify the object of one's attention or consideration.
    • Her attentiveness to detail ensured the project was flawless.
    • The manager's attentiveness to his team's concerns improved morale.
  • The word can describe a temporary state or a permanent character trait. Context usually makes this clear.
    • State: The audience listened with rapt attentiveness.
    • Trait: Attentiveness is a key skill for a good editor.
Variants and Related Words
  • Attentive (adjective): Paying close attention; considerately thoughtful.
    • An attentive listener; an attentive friend.
  • Attention (noun): The act or state of applying the mind to something; notice. This is the core concept from which "attentiveness" is derived.
    • Please pay attention.
  • Heedfulness (noun): A close synonym, emphasizing careful attention.
  • Solicitude (noun): A close synonym for the aspect of caring concern for others.
Synonyms
  • For careful observation: alertness, heedfulness, concentration, vigilance.
  • For consideration of others: thoughtfulness, consideration, solicitude, care.
Antonyms
  • Inattentiveness, heedlessness, neglect, thoughtlessness, disregard.
attentiveness

A teacher smiles at a student who shows attentiveness during the lesson.

Noun
  1. the trait of being observant and paying attention
  2. the trait of being considerate and thoughtful of others
  3. paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
    • his attentiveness to her wishes
    • he spends without heed to the consequences

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