n. | 1. | The act or state of attending or heeding; the application of the mind to any object of sense, representation, or thought; notice; exclusive or special consideration; earnest consideration, thought, or regard; obedient or affectionate heed; the supposed power or faculty of attending. | |||
2. | An act of civility or courtesy; care for the comfort and pleasure of others;
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Noun | 1. | ![]() Synonyms: attending Antonyms: inattention - lack of attention |
2. | attention - the work of caring for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needed constant attention" | |
3. | attention - a general interest that leads people to want to know more; "She was the center of attention" | |
4. | attention - a courteous act indicating affection; "she tried to win his heart with her many attentions" | |
5. | attention - the faculty or power of mental concentration; "keeping track of all the details requires your complete attention" | |
6. | attention - a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review; "the troops stood at attention" |