attentive

adjective

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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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2
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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“Attentive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attentive. Accessed 29 Jan. 2023.

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