attentiveness
Americannoun
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the ability and inclination to pay attention, as to a speaker, a task, information, events, etc..
Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of clerical accuracy and attentiveness to detail.
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the quality of being considerate of others and their needs; thoughtfulness; courtesy.
Her exceptional care and attentiveness toward her patients is renowned.
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Origin of attentiveness
First recorded in 1545–55; attentive ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )
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Attentiveness is a notable difference between German and California.
From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2016
Attentiveness, decision making, and the emotional capacity to feel and suffer are found across the branches of the evolutionary tree.
From Scientific American • Feb. 3, 2015
Attentiveness is really alertness to the lonely cry of man, and respects rather than violates the individual’s separateness and sanctity.
From Herein is Love A Study of the Biblical Doctrine of Love in Its Bearing on Personality, Parenthood, Teaching, and All Other Human Relationships. by Howe, Reuel L.
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