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Synonyms of attention

13 similar words · 4 opposite words

Another word for attention is heed. Other synonyms of attention are mind, note and consideration. The opposite of attention is inattention.

Synonyms and similar words for attention

nounMental focus.

  • heedCareful attention.
  • noticeAttention; respectful treatment; civility.

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Opposite of attention

nounMore antonyms

  • apathyLack of emotion or motivation; lack of interest or enthusiasm towards something; disinterest (in something).
  • inattentionLack of attention, or failure to pay attention.
  • neglect
  • oversight

Meaning of attention

  1. noun Mental focus.
  2. noun An action or remark expressing concern for or interest in someone or something, especially romantic interest.
  3. noun A state of alertness in the standing position.

Full definition of attention

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Questions about synonyms of attention

What is another word for attention?
Attention has 13 synonyms on Word.ws, such as heed, mind, note and consideration.
What is the opposite of attention?
The opposite of attention is inattention. Other antonyms of attention are apathy.
What does attention mean?
Attention means mental focus.

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Adapted from Wiktionary: attention (page history and authors) and the entries of the words listed. Text available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license. Word.ws grouped the synonyms and antonyms by meaning and added links. Wiktionary data of 2026-09-02.

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