Attentiveness

Pronunciation: /əˈtɛntɪvnəs/

Attentiveness (noun)

  1. The habit of paying close attention to what someone says or does, so you do not miss important details.
  2. A state of being mentally focused on a task or situation, with steady attention over time.
  3. In safety or performance, the quality of staying alert and noticing changes quickly to prevent mistakes.

Examples

  • Her attentiveness helped her catch every detail.
  • Attentiveness makes it easier to understand instructions.