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attentiveness

[ uh-ten-tiv-nis ]

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noun

the ability and inclination to pay attention, as to a speaker, a task, information, events, etc.:
Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of clerical accuracy and attentiveness to detail.
the quality of being considerate of others and their needs; thoughtfulness; courtesy:
Her exceptional care and attentiveness toward her patients is renowned.

First recorded in 1545–55; attentive ( def ) + -ness ( def )

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