part of speech: noun
definition 1: the concentration of one’s mind on something.
- The movie held our attention for three hours.
synonyms: concentration, intentness
definition 2: notice or consideration.
- The teacher could not get the children’s attention.
- The problem finally came to the attention of the principal.
synonyms: awareness, consideration, notice
antonyms: disregard
definition 3: (usually plural) acts of respect, care, or politeness.
- We enjoyed the attentions of the waiter at the restaurant.
synonyms: regards
antonyms: disregard
definition 4: a way in which a person stands in the military, with the body straight, the legs and feet together, and the eyes looking forward.
- The soldier stood at attention.
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