attention — the act of focusing one's mind on something; careful consideration
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the act of focusing one's mind on something; careful consideration
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈtenʃən/
Example Sentences
- My cat demands attention every time I open my laptop.
- The teacher called for attention before announcing the test results.
- His colorful socks always attract unwanted attention in meetings.
attention
NOUN[/əˈtenʃən/]
the act of focusing one's mind on something; careful consideration
The teacher claps once, and every student snaps to attention.
AT (toward) + TENT (stretch) — by stretching his mind AT (toward) the sound, he gave his full attention.
Sensing the rising tension and knowing his clear intention, she finally turned her full attention to the problem.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'attendere', meaning 'to stretch toward' or 'to apply one's mind to'. The word combines the prefix 'ad-' (to) with 'tendere' (to stretch or extend).
Breakdown
ad- (to) + tend (stretch/extend) + -tion (noun suffix) = attention
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat demands attention every time I open my laptop.”
“The teacher called for attention before announcing the test results.”
“His colorful socks always attract unwanted attention in meetings.”
“The accident victim received immediate medical attention.”
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