Meaning & Definition of Inattentive in English
English⟶
Inattentive
/ɪnətɛntɪv/
adjective
1. Showing a lack of attention or care
- "Inattentive students"
- "An inattentive babysitter"
synonym:
- inattentive
2. Not showing due care or attention
- "Inattentive students"
- "An inattentive babysitter"
- "Neglectful parents"
synonym:
- inattentive,
- neglectful
Examples of using
Alas, I was inattentive.
I once had a teacher who used to throw chalk at inattentive students and those very students then had to bring it back to him.