ADVERTENCY Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

advertency

noun

ad-ˈvər-tᵊn(t)-sē

Definition of advertency

as in awareness

a state of being aware a history textbook that has been widely criticized for its lack of advertency to the contributions of minorities

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Noun

Hundreds of runners in purple briefs took to the streets of Johannesburg last Friday to raise awareness of prostate cancer.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
The decision to launch the movie in moderate release — rather than limited in just a handful of venues or nationwide on more than 2,000 screens — proved wise because the studio was able to bolster awareness while cultivating a sense of scarcity.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

The Sun enters your 12th House, drawing your attention toward rest, reflection, privacy, unfinished matters, and everything easier to hear when the outside world becomes less demanding.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 23 Oct. 2026
If they really can’t be bothered to show some respect then we shouldn’t be bothered enough to give them our attention and money.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of attention

Noun

So while mindfulness and meditation are appealing concepts right now, a heavier, darker scent to aid your spiritual transcendence might not be.

— Loren Savini, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026
Plan low-key gatherings like a cozy dinner or weekend hike to stay socially connected, and try mindfulness practices such as meditation or deep breathing.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of mindfulness

Noun

One bottle, picked by Naugle, Casamorati Italica had notes of apple, mandarin, creamy milk, saffron and vanilla which distinctly reminded me of this German Christmas loose-leaf tea from my childhood.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
Save suspicious messages, account statements, confirmation numbers and notes from conversations with institutions.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

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