noun
attention
uh-TEHN-shn
noun
1
The mental effort or focus given to something.
"Pay attention, this part is important."
2
Special care, notice, or romantic interest shown toward someone.
"He showered her with attention all evening."
3
A formal, alert standing posture used especially by soldiers.
"The recruits snapped to attention as the sergeant entered."
intj
1
Used to call for silence or focus before an announcement.
"Attention, passengers: the train will depart in five minutes."
How to Use Attention
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFocused mental effort, notice, or care directed at something or someone.
Common pairings
pay attention
draw attention to
stand at attention
Word Forms
attentions plural
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Etymology
From Latin attentio, from attendere ("to stretch toward, pay heed") — the same root as attend.