1
as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
Susan became particularly attentive when the sportscaster turned to women's tennis, her favorite sport
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as in thoughtful
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
an attentive neighbor who helps out whenever and wherever she spots a need
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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
if only for your own safety, you need to stay attentive when you are hunting
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Recent Examples of attentive
The attentive and gracious service merits applause and, along with the exciting Nikkei fare, a swift return visit.
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Yet just as judges appeal to precedent to create stability and predictability in the law, policy makers must be attentive to the risks of casually discarding their nation’s commitments.
—Vivek Viswanathan, The Atlantic, 22 Sep. 2025
In the video, viewers see the pair cuddling on the couch, playing together, and walking side-by-side—Gunner consistently close and attentive as Lucian gains size and confidence.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
An attentive banker can help monitor the progress of legal documentation, serving as an intermediary in case there are any sticky business issues.
—Frank Williamson, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Yet just as judges appeal to precedent to create stability and predictability in the law, policy makers must be attentive to the risks of casually discarding their nation’s commitments.
—Vivek Viswanathan, The Atlantic, 22 Sep. 2025
In the video, viewers see the pair cuddling on the couch, playing together, and walking side-by-side—Gunner consistently close and attentive as Lucian gains size and confidence.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
An attentive banker can help monitor the progress of legal documentation, serving as an intermediary in case there are any sticky business issues.
—Frank Williamson, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attentive
Adjective
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Janney's role as the high school guidance counselor who is more focused on writing her erotic novel than on her students is one in a long list of acting credits.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Stege Bojer is taking a focused yet flexible approach to Weirloom’s future.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This could be a raise, a thoughtful gift or simply learning how to value your own time more.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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By 1996, McLachlan had released several albums, with 1993’s thoughtful, moody Fumbling Towards Ecstasy marking a breakthrough.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Ao Tanaka should not have dithered and conceded the second set-piece so late into injury time, while the backline should have been more alert to the second ball.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Polish radar systems were placed on the highest alert level, and NATO F-35 jets patrolled the skies until the assault concluded, according to the military.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Whatever else is true, reporting suggests that the alleged killer — 22-year-old Tyler Robinson — was deeply immersed in the online world.—
Tyler Johnson,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Gripp became immersed in the time-intensive world of tamale making.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Our focus remains on creating safe, healthy, and kind schools that engage all students to embrace the power of learning.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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The reception in Telluride was kinder, positioning the film’s NYFF premiere to be the tiebreaker.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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Sleepwalking explores the narrow yet profound space between the vigilant awareness of wakefulness and the surrender to the unknown feelings and sensations of sleep.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
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And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Behind the arrogant exterior, though, lies a caring, emotional boy eager to be loved and with a secret that’s haunting him.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Attentive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attentive. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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