attention

noun

ə-ˈten(t)-shən How to pronounce attention (audio)
Definition of attentionnext
1
as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something I need your full attention right now

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Relevance

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2
as in awareness
a state of being aware several mothers brought to the committee's attention the deplorable condition of the playground

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3
as in gesture
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners she enjoyed her suitor's old-school attentions

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Recent Examples of attention In the late 2000s, discrepancy problems started to attract the attention of theoretical computer scientists. — Quanta Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 What This Daily ‘Nothing Time’ Does For You When attention stops pointing outward, the brain doesn’t power down. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Bridgewater retired, Dobbs was added, and Altmyer earned the attention of Campbell and this coaching staff. — Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 The stunt casting would bring a lot of attention to the show, and potentially new viewers. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for attention
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attention
  1. immersion
  2. awareness
  3. gesture
  4. concentration
  5. mindfulness
  6. courtesy
  7. eye
  8. notice
Noun
  • Throughout the year, each of these picturesque hamlets offers tourists an authentic immersion in regional foods, local traditions, and culture.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Claire’s opportunities for immersion have been ample given the expanse of the country that has been in her family’s hands for generations.
    — Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of immersion
Noun
  • The accessory resembles the yellow Livestrong wristband, part of a cancer awareness campaign launched by cyclist Lance Armstrong’s foundation.
    — Andrew Jones, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Trade shows, intimate satellite gatherings, and virtual conferences serve as critical infrastructure for product launches, brand awareness, and business development.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of awareness
Noun
  • However, there are some experts that see the cut in military drills as a positive gesture, suggesting that if the joint exercises are escalating tensions, then reducing them should lessen the chance of a conflict.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026
  • On April 14, 2020, Cline was a complete unknown; by April 16, millions of viewers had spent 10 full hours absorbing the actress’ every gesture and mannerism, a blast of immersive exposure that generates a whole other level of parasocial intimacy.
    — Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of gesture
Noun
  • Florida's 25th District has one of the heaviest concentrations of Jewish voters in the country.
    — Caroline Linton, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • This creates a mismatch between legacy workplace models and the needs of workers now pivoting toward higher-value work that depends on concentration, critical colleague interactions and more intentional spatial support.
    — Sarah Davis, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of concentration
Noun
  • Savoring distinguishes itself from gratitude and mindfulness by actively deepening present joys.
    — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • August is National Wellness Month, and mental health experts are encouraging people to prioritize healthy habits like getting enough sleep, staying active, practicing mindfulness, and making time for preventive care.
    — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of mindfulness
Noun
  • Photo courtesy of Atlanta Police Department Police said Brown had gained the mother's trust over about a year.
    — CBS News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Photo courtesy of The Artist Tree California dispensary chain The Artist Tree is expanding its Compassion Program to its Dixon location, where qualified medical cannabis patients can receive free products to help offset the cost of their care.
    — A.J. Herrington, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of courtesy
Noun
  • Wrangle the camera crew, line up the weirdly uninspiring but nonetheless eye-wateringly expensive homes, and for the love of God, somebody give the British TV presenting duo Phil Spencer and Kirstie Allsopp a ring.
    — Lauren O’Neill, Vogue, 22 Aug. 2026
  • For now, though, the puppy who once came bounding into CBS Texas is growing up right before our eyes.
    — Nelly Carreño, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of eye
Noun
  • Those accused became social outcasts, leading to eviction notices from landlords, pink slips, club membership revocation and divorces.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Readers learned their behavior was being modeled by a contractor during an earnings call, not a privacy notice, and the employees closet to the readers weren’t told beforehand.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of notice

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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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