attentiveness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
  2. noun the trait of being considerate and thoughtful of others
  3. noun the trait of being observant and paying attention

Etymology

From attentive + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

heed, regard, paying attention

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