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attention
[ noun uh-ten-shuhn; interjection uh-ten-shuhn ]
noun
- the act or faculty of attending, especially by directing the mind to an object.
Synonyms: , , , , ,
- Psychology.
- a concentration of the mind on a single object or thought, especially one preferentially selected from a complex, with a view to limiting or clarifying receptivity by narrowing the range of stimuli.
- a state of consciousness characterized by such concentration.
- a capacity to maintain selective or sustained concentration.
- observant care; consideration:
Individual attention is given to each child.
- civility or courtesy:
attention to a guest.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- notice or awareness:
His deliberate cough caught the waiter's attention.
- attentions, acts of courtesy or devotion indicating affection, as in courtship.
- Military. an erect position with eyes to the front, arms to the sides, and heels together (often used as a command).
attention
/ əˈɛʃə /
noun
- concentrated direction of the mind, esp to a problem or task
- consideration, notice, or observation
a new matter has come to our attention
- detailed care or special treatment
to pay attention to one's appearance
- usually plural an act of consideration, courtesy, or gallantry indicating affection or love
attentions given to a lover
- the motionless position of formal military alertness, esp in drill when an upright position is assumed with legs and heels together, arms to the sides, head and eyes facing to the front
- psychol the act of concentrating on any one of a set of objects or thoughts See also selective attention
sentence substitute
- the order to be alert or to adopt a position of formal military alertness
Other Word Forms
- ·ٱtDz· adjective
- v··ٱtDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of attention1
Word History and Origins
Origin of attention1
Idioms and Phrases
see pay attention .Example Sentences
caught my attention wasn't so much the body language or the greetings - it was the table.
But he also welcomed more research into the causes of autism and said increased attention is a "meaningful opportunity".
"Whereas one salon customer needs attention from the receptionist, the apprentice for hair-washing, and the stylist in that same hour and we can only claim VAT back on a tube of hair colour."
But he wrote about the case Tuesday on the Just Security site to draw attention to the significant constitutional issue.
The males’ showiness might help attract females, but their displays can draw the attention of cats, birds and other potential predators.
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