HEEDFULNESS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

heedfulness

noun

as in carefulness

a close attentiveness to avoiding danger despite their habitual heedfulness, even good drivers can get into accidents

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as in attention

strict attentiveness to what one is doing always exercises extreme heedfulness when she handles her best china

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Noun

This carefulness is clearly strategic.

— Gary Sernovitz, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
There was no carefulness in it.

— Zack Meisel, New York Times, 1 May 2026

Definition of carefulness

Noun

Though intended as a joke, the latter reaction succinctly illustrates the attention this trip has garnered on social media.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Nov. 2026
Now, the Yellow Jackets turn their attention to the next round of the playoffs.

— Ryan Hunt, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Nov. 2026

Definition of attention

Noun

Officials are urging motorists to exercise extra caution around campuses and pedestrian crossings.

— Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 12 Nov. 2026
Then, in late August, Richie checked himself into a hospital out of an abundance of caution, a source close to the singer's tour told ABC News at the time.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of caution

Noun

Scientists are exploring whether the flu vaccine can disrupt tumors, providing another treatment along with expensive cutting-edge care.

— Elie Dolgin, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
For example, someone may use your insurance information to obtain treatment, leaving behind records that could affect future care or insurance claims.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of care

Noun

The trio blew up with their drum & bass productions before expanding into electro, house, pop and beyond, gaining prestige for the complexity and meticulousness of their productions.

— Katie Bain, Billboard, 17 Sep. 2026
Ted Chiang, Stories of Your Life and Others Ted Chiang’s short stories feel like thought experiments, each considered with exceptional meticulousness and integrity.

— Chloe Benjamain, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of meticulousness

Noun

Or is that simply naivete borne of the American myth that our candidates’ attentiveness extends beyond the ballot box and endures long after Election Day?

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
Next-level attentiveness from friendly staff certainly helps.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of attentiveness

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