Synonyms of attention

attention

noun

ə-ˈten(t)-shən 

1

as in immersion

a focusing of the mind on something

I need your full attention right now

Synonyms & Similar Words

• immersion
• concentration
• absorption
• engrossment
• consideration
• obsession
• awareness
• enthrallment
• preoccupation
• fixation
• application
• consciousness
• alertness
• intentness
• regard
• meditation
• contemplation
• rumination
• heedfulness
• raptness
• musing
• pondering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inattention
• absence
• withdrawal
• abstraction
• distraction
• detachment
• indifference
• unawareness
• remoteness
• unconsciousness
• obliviousness
• disinterest
• confusion
• unconcern
• mindlessness
• absentmindedness
• bewilderment
• abstractedness
• bemusement
• befuddlement

2

as in awareness

a state of being aware

several mothers brought to the committee's attention the deplorable condition of the playground

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• neglect
• disregard
• unawareness
• obliviousness

3

as in gesture

an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners

she enjoyed her suitor's old-school attentions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gesture
• courtesy
• politeness
• manners
• formality
• ritual
• amenity
• civility
• ceremony
• kindness
• rules
• etiquette
• pleasantry
• greetings
• respects
• honors
• rite
• regards
• decorum
• observance
• addresses
• form
• grace
• favor
• mores
• kindliness
• proprieties
• protocol
• devoirs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of attention

The Liu concurrence The second fact that caught my attention was a concurring opinion on the ballot case by Justice Goodwin Liu. — Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Police said Anderlik came to their attention through the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, of which Crystal Lake is a member, prompting an investigation. — Mick Zawislak, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026

Unlocking sulfur’s third electron Lithium-sulfur batteries have attracted attention because sulfur can store considerably more charge by weight than materials commonly used in lithium-ion cathodes. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026

Usage creates attention; retained, expanding revenue proves value. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026