Synonyms of ear

ear

noun

ˈir 

as in attention

a state of being aware

I'm trying to get the boss's ear in order to ask for a raise in my pay

Synonyms & Similar Words

• attention
• awareness
• eye
• mindfulness
• note
• observation
• consciousness
• knowledge
• mind
• notice
• heed
• cognizance
• observance
• care
• advertence
• advertency
• consideration
• understanding
• perception
• regard
• concern
• recognition
• thought
• discernment
• advisement
• watch
• hyperawareness
• grasp
• hyperconsciousness
• apprehension

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disregard
• neglect
• unawareness
• obliviousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ear

During the encounter, the Belgal pulled his vehicle forward before at least one officer fired seven rounds, striking him below his left ear, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said at a news conference near the shooting scene late Thursday. — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Overnight in-ear audio is possible, but hearing experts flag both volume and listening duration as long-term risks. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Seatside, there’s a console with outlets (US, EU, and USB all accounted for), over-ear headphones, and a dopp kit. — Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Open your ears to even more last-chance Prime Day headphones and earbud deals. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026