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1
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
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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3
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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- alert,
- Argus-eyed,
- awake,
- observant,
- open-eyed,
- tenty
- (also tentie)
- [Scottish],
- vigilant,
- watchful,
- wide-awake
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