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 And because the three wines are sold in small allocations, Vivoli said, a large supply showing up would draw attention. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026 Like Kieran Culkin and Jeremy Strong, Widow’s Bay standout Kate O’Flynn could parlay her prestige-TV acclaim to Oscar attention for Tender Loving Care. — Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026 Steve Montoya, who wrote the book, says the story has caught the attention of Hollywood. — Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026 Fund, established after her 2024 Best New Artist Grammy acceptance speech called attention to healthcare access and sustainable livelihoods for artists. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 9 Oct. 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
  • Its unique 317-acre setting in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains gives guests the gift of a total immersion in nature, despite being just minutes from New Mexico’s world heritage city.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Currently 50% off, the P31i delivers high-quality music playback, crystal-clear phone calls, and total earbud immersion without breaking the bank.
    — Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of immersion
Noun
  • As awareness grows, primary-care doctors and gynecologists are likely to see more patients asking about scent changes.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The award is presented by the American Heart Association to celebrate excellence in coaching, honor Bryant’s legacy and to raise awareness and funds for its mission.
    — PJ Green October 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of awareness
Noun
  • Did team owners or the Polo Grounds lose any money because of this gesture to the national pastime?
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Indeed, the gesture and absence in my stories place part of the meaning-making into the imagination of the readers.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of gesture
Noun
  • As for concentrations of nationalities, one Atlanta ZIP code (30329) drew more than 1,300 Nicaraguans; Marietta was a popular draw for Brazilians, while Cubans settled in Moultrie, a south Georgia town near the Florida border.
    — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Currently, lack of cognitive concentration visibility is a common organizational blind spot.
    — Swati Deepak Kumar, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of concentration
Noun
  • In 2017, psychologist Eli Susman was on a meditation retreat at the Plum Village mindfulness center in southern France.
    — Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The sailing is also designated as one of the line’s Wellness at Sea sailings, bringing together wellness, fitness, and mindfulness sessions all led by experts.
    — Megan duBois, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of mindfulness
Noun
  • Offered with a six-month complimentary trial, the membership paves the way for future savings — courtesy of its cash-back bonuses on eligible buys.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Then about five years ago, Bob discovered his next obsession — courtesy of the Rolling Stones.
    — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of courtesy
Noun
  • Still, Taking the Long Way earned the band’s retreat from the public eye.
    — Shaad D’Souza, Pitchfork, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Keierleber is described as a 6-foot white male, approximately 240 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
    — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of eye
Noun
  • According to the lawsuits, more than six months before the apartment’s one-year lease expired at the end of July 2025, Cathy and Salvatore gave the renters notice.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The allegations come after the California Department of Human Resources sent a notice in February 2022 outlining that departments cannot approve employee requests to regularly work from out-of-state locations.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of notice

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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.

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