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/əˈtɛnʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The notice taken of someone or something; the regard shown to someone or something.
Her performance in the play garnered a lot of attention from critics.
A person's mental energy or focus on a task or stimulus.
The lecture was so engaging that it held the students' attention throughout.
The state of consciousness in which a person is aware of and able to think about what they are experiencing.
Meditation helps in training your attention to be more focused and less distracted.
Etymology
From Latin 'attentio', meaning 'to stretch toward'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pay attention
To listen or watch closely.
draw attention to
To make someone aware of something.
in attention
In a state of preparedness.
give attention to
To care for or provide consideration to.
Related Words
attentive
Showing careful consideration or concentration.
attentiveness
The quality of paying close attention.
intention
An aim or plan that someone intends to achieve.
Slang Meanings
Look at me!
She’s always acting out for attention.
Show off to get noticed.
He was just trying to get attention by being loud.