English Dictionary
Definition of “attentive”
attentive (əˈtɛntɪv
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Definitions
adjective
- paying attention; listening carefully; observant
- (postpositive) often foll by to careful to fulfil the needs or wants (of); considerate (about) ⇒
she was always attentive to his needs
Alternative Forms
atˈtentively adverb atˈtentiveness noun
Synonyms
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intent,
listening,
concentrating,
careful,
alert,
awake,
mindful,
watchful,
observant,
studious,
on your toes
heedful,
regardful,
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considerate,
kind,
civil,
devoted,
helpful,
obliging,
accommodating,
polite,
thoughtful,
gracious,
conscientious,
respectful,
courteous,
gallant,
Usage examples
She enjoyed Charles's company; he was sophisticated and amusing, an attentive escort.
Fraser, Anthea, Death Speaks Softly (1987)With this comes quiet, attentive service, and above all food of sustained brilliance.
Country Life (2005)Even after the long summer break, they sounded crisper and more attentive than they sometimes did last season.
Globe and Mail (2003)Undoubtedly, some of the women were simply jealous of Claire and her handsome, attentive lover.
Times, Sunday Times (2001)She did not miss a detail in her attentive care for that dying man.
Bertodano, Theresa (ed.), Daily Readings with Mother Theresa (1993)
