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attentive

[ uh-ten-tiv ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

characterized by or giving attention; observant:
an attentive audience.
Synonyms: watchful, awake, alert, aware, mindful, heedful
Antonyms: unconcerned, apathetic, indifferent
thoughtful of others; considerate; polite; courteous:
an attentive host.

attentive

/ əˈtɛntɪv /

paying attention; listening carefully; observant
postpositiveoften foll byto careful to fulfil the needs or wants (of); considerate (about)
she was always attentive to his needs

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Middle French; attent ( def ), -ive ( def )

She gave jewelry away, gifts, and was one of the most attentive, caring friends.

Yet in practice, those most attentive to LGBT concerns may be the least eager to pick this fight.

Indeed, the crowd at my reading was attentive, inquisitive—and willing to spend money on printed books.

The former is an exquisitely calibrated product of American liberalism, ever attentive to such notions as “inclusiveness.”

The bartenders can be hit or miss, but for the most part they are all friendly, fast, attentive, and knowledgeable.

Her sister-in-law pointed out to her that old Mr. Warrender had been very attentive lately.

She slept lightly at first, half awake and drowsily attentive to the things about her.

She went down and led them out of the sun, scolding the quadroon for not being more attentive.

He seemed profoundly attentive, did not attempt any conversation, and kept his eyes on the ground.

Such a long journey, and Mr. Ralph will be so attentive, and shell be so proud to be with such a handsome fellow!

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