attentive

[ uh-ten-tiv ]
/ əˈtɛn tɪv /
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adjective

characterized by or giving attention; observant: an attentive audience.
thoughtful of others; considerate; polite; courteous: an attentive host.

Origin of attentive

1375–1425; late Middle English (Scots) < Middle French; see attent, -ive

OTHER WORDS FROM attentive

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Words related to attentiveness

diligence, consideration, vigilance, concentration, watchfulness, alertness, regard, solicitude, respect, thoughtfulness, concern, TLC, solicitousness, politeness

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British Dictionary definitions for attentiveness

attentive
/ (əˈtɛntɪv) /

adjective

paying attention; listening carefully; observant
(postpositive often foll by to) careful to fulfil the needs or wants (of); considerate (about) she was always attentive to his needs

Derived forms of attentive

attentively, adverb attentiveness, noun