advertence
[ ad-vur-tns ]
/ ædˈvɜr tns /
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noun
the act of being or becoming advertent; heedfulness.
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Example sentences from the Web for advertence
Here as in all exercise, companionship which removes conscious attention from advertence to the will greatly aids.
Health Through Will Power|James J. WalshLack of advertence always lessens pain and may even nullify it until it becomes exceedingly severe.
Health Through Will Power|James J. WalshThus such souls are preserved from even venial sins of advertence and, if they commit some inadvertently they are not imputed.
A History of the Inquisition of Spain; vol. 4|Henry Charles LeaThe reversals of fortune, O Cadi, are swift and grievous, and beyond the foreknowing or advertence of men.
The Fantasy Fan January 1934|Various
British Dictionary definitions for advertence
advertence
advertency
/ (ədˈvɜːtəns) /
noun
heedfulness or attentiveness
Derived forms of advertence
advertent, adjectiveadvertently, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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