Definition of attention in English:

attention

noun əˈtɛnʃ(ə)nəˈtɛn(t)ʃ(ə)n

mass noun

1Notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or something as interesting or important.
关注；注意
he drew attention to three spelling mistakes
他注意到三个拼写错误。
Example sentencesExamples
- A police helicopter circling overhead drew attention to the scene.
- I should have paid attention to what kind of flower this is.
- He also drew attention to the increased number of youths congregating on school sites after dark to drink.
- Is that the only passage in which the trial judge drew attention to his interest in the outcome of the proceedings?
- He also drew attention to the huge cost of implementing the legislation.
- Uppermost is paying attention to what is going on there, so I can come home and tell a story that in some way or other is useful to the community.
- It isn't civilised to draw attention to what divides the human race.
- One caller drew attention to the fact that very many immigrant workers are exploited and abused.
- He also drew attention to the problem of the unacceptable level of absenteeism at the company's Carlow plant.
- It attracted a lot of attention confirming the interest in the whole area of child minding.
- He drew attention to three important interrelated factors which he regarded as peculiar to arbitration agreements.
- Several speakers drew attention to other victims of police killings and repression.
- At the same time I drew attention to the removal of bus services.
- He drew attention to the things he observed by asking his sons what they thought was happening.
- While not a big box office hit, it drew attention to Babi's unconventional Western looks and she won dozens of subsequent roles.
- Dr Purver said she had hoped the bullying would go away if she drew attention to it.
- Youre not paying attention.
- It drew attention to the plight of one pregnant woman constantly made to work excessive hours.
- I listened with great care and attention to a detailed and lengthy statement from the prime minister.
- In his keynote address, the mayor drew attention to the hardships faced by the elderly.
Synonyms
awareness, notice, observation, consciousness, heed, recognition, regard, scrutiny, surveillance, attentiveness
curiosity, inquisitiveness
listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to
hang on someone's words
1. 1.1 The mental faculty of considering or taking notice of someone or something.
  注意力
  he turned his attention to the educational system
  他把注意力转移到了教育系统。
  Example sentencesExamples
  It was while in exile in Malaysia in the 90s, that they turned their attention to Australia.
  When the Osprey moved on, we turned our attention to the numerous sparrows moving around the field and hedgerow.
  The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.
  He turned his attentions to spray painting as a technique and exhibited those works in Bangalore in 1990.
  He studied law in London, but quickly turned his attention to writing.
  At first, he thought it was a aeroplane, because the airport was not far away, but its path and its behavior attracted his attention.
  I then briefly turned my attention to the television and saw that he was watching some kind of war movie.
  But before I could open the door, the sound of a car pulling up the gravel driveway behind me distracted my attention.
  As she turned her attention to the people behind her, she realized they had stopped talking.
  Not that such considerations made any difference when we turned our attention to the menu.
  By June local readers had turned their attention to the European elections.
  At that point he dismissed me as being past redemption and turned his attention to someone else passing by.
  I've recently seen some news that caught my attention.
  She merely dropped her smile, opened her folder and turned her attention to her schedule.
  The lights and decorations have long since attracted the attentions of locals but now it seems even tourists are taking memories of them home.
  Using a preface statement gives me a chance to refocus my attention.
  An avid cricketer when young, he has now turned his attention to polo.
  My attention constantly drifted off after I wrote each sentence.
  Rafael glanced at her for a second then turned his attention to the road again.
  Synonyms
  watching, monitoring, scrutiny, examination, inspection, scrutinization, viewing, survey, surveillance, surveying, consideration, study, review
2The action of dealing with or taking special care of someone or something.
注意力
her business needed her attention
她的事业需要她专心致志。
he was found guilty of failing to give a patient adequate medical attention
他被认定对病人的治疗没有尽责。
Example sentencesExamples
- Nationally, the figures showed a huge rise in the number of animals not getting the most basic care and attention.
- They stand next to some council flats now looking shamefully in need of care and attention next to their spanking new neighbours.
- A great deal of care and attention was paid to the little details that do so much to make the production look authentic.
- It's so great to see some care and attention given to a TV cartoon, what with the hand painted backgrounds and all.
- However we are not directing our attentions purely at this market.
- These patients require the same attention and care as those who meet all the criteria.
- Many were the hours and days she put in faithfully attending to her work with great care and attention to detail.
- Since then, they have turned their attention to fixing roads and keeping people fed.
- All it needs now is regular care and attention to keep it neat and trim.
- We help patients decide if a problem requires medical attention or even hospital care.
- He also admitted driving without due care and attention and was fined £250 and had his licence endorsed.
- Their house reflects care and attention, as does their large, beautiful garden.
- We have teachers and principals who would rather not be bothered with those who need extra attention and care.
- They live for an incredibly long time and need a lot of care and attention, but they are great companions and very dependable.
- Accidents happen because of somebody's lack of care and attention.
- But there are a few compensations, not least the care and attention she receives.
- He pleaded guilty to nine offences of causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide proper care and attention.
- This is a wonderful experience for both the host family and the child and all it costs is some love, care and attention.
- Anyone with a medical problem will then be provided with a referral for appropriate medical care and attention.
- The guy likes being in the hospital and getting all that personal care and attention.
- Obviously, it was just a sign of his lack of care and attention, after all, strimming edges is hardly rocket science, is it?!
- It's a funny and exhilarating movie, which has evidently been made with much care and attention.
- She soon managed to move out of the refuge and turned her attention to following her dream.
- Is constant care and attention the only way to hang on to your husband?
- A little extra care and attention to the problem will make the difference.
Synonyms
observation, attentiveness, intentness, notice, concentration, heed, heedfulness, mindfulness, regard, scrutiny
contemplation, consideration, deliberation, thought, thinking, studying, investigation, action
care, treatment, therapy, ministration, succour, relief, support, aid, help, assistance, service
1. 2.1attentions Things done to express interest in or please someone.
  she felt flattered by his attentions
  他的殷勤使她觉得很荣幸。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Flattered by the attentions of the young lord, Antonello admits him to his studio.
  Flattered by the officer's attentions, the girl, who was being bullied at school, did not report the incidents.
  Obviously he was flattered at the attentions of such a young and attractive woman.
  Men harassers prefer to force their unwanted attentions on strangers in public amusement places.
  It felt good to be out and about and she wouldn't deny that she was flattered by Ollie's attentions.
  She seemed to be somewhat jealous of the fact that my attentions were divided equally among everyone else in the office and not just at her.
  She said that after about a year, and as a result of the girl doing her best to resist his advances, Richards turned his attentions to another girl.
  Synonyms
  courtesy, civility, politeness, respect, gallantry, urbanity, deference
  compliment, flattery, blandishment
  overture, suggestion, approach, suit, pass, wooing, courting
3Military
A position assumed by a soldier, standing very straight with the feet together and the arms straight down the sides of the body.
〔军〕立正
Saunders stood stolidly to attention
桑德斯笔直地立正。
Example sentencesExamples
- When police vehicles fail to stop for you, you are required to stand at attention and salute the officers as they speed past.
- They stood to attention in full Legion dress and led the small crowd in a moment's silent reflection.
- Two suits of armour stood to attention at the foot of a wide oak staircase.
- Back injuries, caused by the long periods of standing at attention, are a problem.
- He stood at attention and looked straight ahead without expression as each verdict was read out at Fort Hood, Texas.
- Cao threw up a salute and stood at attention as the superior officer stopped in front of him.
- The sentinel still stood at attention directly under the lantern, not moving but to breathe.
- Their eyes slowly roved over the group of soldiers standing at attention beyond the podium.
- Inside, the guards were no longer lounging about with a bored air but stood at attention next to the body.
- Peter quickly sidled in front of Marsh and stood to attention.
- The honor guard took the casket off the airplane, as we all stood at attention, saluting.
- When we arrived a soldier stood at attention and bowed when the prince entered.
- We stood at attention, and gave the proper salute when meeting a fellow soldier.
- Two guards either side of the castle doors stood to attention, their eyes scouring the Teger men fiercely.
- I hear the squeak of his boots and when I turn around, he is standing at attention.
- What had he done now, he wondered, as he stood at attention in his Captain's cabin.
- The guards stood at attention, eyeing the crowd to make sure that all had bowed.
- The eight were out of the beds and out of their rooms at attention in less than ten seconds.
- He had apparently forgotten the rules of standing at attention.
- Guards standing to attention on parade could become quite faint in temperatures that could reach 100 degrees in summer.
1. 3.1as exclamation An order to assume a straight standing position.
  立正！

Phrases

pay attention

Take notice of someone or something.
students used to know how to pay attention, even when the lecture was boring
if you pay attention to one thing, you have to ignore something else
you've never paid that much attention to her opinions
你从未如此关注过她的看法。
Example sentencesExamples
- Some of his best poems begin simply with the act of listening, of readiness to be astonished, of paying attention.
- The guys who aren't profitable aren't paying attention to the business end of things.
- Some communities have only recently begun paying attention to the debate.
- No wonder big media have started to pay attention.
- Like a determined sleuth, I followed the sound, hardly paying attention to the ground where I walked.
- Learning about the environment meant paying attention to don't litter signs.
- To avoid cuts, you've really got to pay attention.
- The press demand the public pay attention to them.
- Somewhere east of the Mojave Desert my mother began to urge her brood to pay attention to the landscape.
- In my frantic sprint to reach the girl in time, I hadn't been paying attention to the ground below me.
Synonyms
listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to

Derivatives

attentional

adjective

Working with animals is remarkably effective with students who have attentional difficulties, disruptive behaviors, or a general lack of interest in reading.
Example sentencesExamples
- Neural growth results in improved attentional skills: adolescents can pay attention longer than children, and they can better ignore distractions.
- Recognition of the role of attentional processes in overcoming disorientation suggests two further mechanisms that might potentially link anxiety and dizziness.
- Therefore, when children have mastered automaticity of handwriting, more attentional capacity is available for comprehension and problem solving.
- Laboratory studies have shown that our attentional processes can work so fast and efficiently that they can protect us from consciously noticing things that might upset us, such as obscene or disturbing words.

Origin

Late Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere (see attend).

Rhymes

abstention, apprehension, ascension, circumvention, comprehension, condescension, contention, contravention, convention, declension, detention, dimension, dissension, extension, gentian, hypertension, hypotension, intention, intervention, invention, mention, misapprehension, obtention, pension, prehension, prevention, recension, retention, subvention, supervention, suspension, tension

Definition of attention in US English:

attention

nounəˈten(t)SH(ə)nəˈtɛn(t)ʃ(ə)n

1Notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or something as interesting or important.
关注；注意
he drew attention to three spelling mistakes
他注意到三个拼写错误。
you've never paid that much attention to her opinions
你从未如此关注过她的看法。
Example sentencesExamples
- He drew attention to three important interrelated factors which he regarded as peculiar to arbitration agreements.
- One caller drew attention to the fact that very many immigrant workers are exploited and abused.
- I should have paid attention to what kind of flower this is.
- Is that the only passage in which the trial judge drew attention to his interest in the outcome of the proceedings?
- At the same time I drew attention to the removal of bus services.
- While not a big box office hit, it drew attention to Babi's unconventional Western looks and she won dozens of subsequent roles.
- He also drew attention to the huge cost of implementing the legislation.
- It attracted a lot of attention confirming the interest in the whole area of child minding.
- In his keynote address, the mayor drew attention to the hardships faced by the elderly.
- Dr Purver said she had hoped the bullying would go away if she drew attention to it.
- A police helicopter circling overhead drew attention to the scene.
- It drew attention to the plight of one pregnant woman constantly made to work excessive hours.
- He also drew attention to the increased number of youths congregating on school sites after dark to drink.
- I listened with great care and attention to a detailed and lengthy statement from the prime minister.
- He also drew attention to the problem of the unacceptable level of absenteeism at the company's Carlow plant.
- Uppermost is paying attention to what is going on there, so I can come home and tell a story that in some way or other is useful to the community.
- It isn't civilised to draw attention to what divides the human race.
- Youre not paying attention.
- He drew attention to the things he observed by asking his sons what they thought was happening.
- Several speakers drew attention to other victims of police killings and repression.
Synonyms
awareness, notice, observation, consciousness, heed, recognition, regard, scrutiny, surveillance, attentiveness
listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to
1. 1.1 The mental faculty of considering or taking notice of someone or something.
  注意力
  he turned his attention to the educational system
  他把注意力转移到了教育系统。
  Example sentencesExamples
  My attention constantly drifted off after I wrote each sentence.
  But before I could open the door, the sound of a car pulling up the gravel driveway behind me distracted my attention.
  The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.
  He turned his attentions to spray painting as a technique and exhibited those works in Bangalore in 1990.
  At that point he dismissed me as being past redemption and turned his attention to someone else passing by.
  Using a preface statement gives me a chance to refocus my attention.
  As she turned her attention to the people behind her, she realized they had stopped talking.
  He studied law in London, but quickly turned his attention to writing.
  The lights and decorations have long since attracted the attentions of locals but now it seems even tourists are taking memories of them home.
  By June local readers had turned their attention to the European elections.
  An avid cricketer when young, he has now turned his attention to polo.
  She merely dropped her smile, opened her folder and turned her attention to her schedule.
  I've recently seen some news that caught my attention.
  When the Osprey moved on, we turned our attention to the numerous sparrows moving around the field and hedgerow.
  Not that such considerations made any difference when we turned our attention to the menu.
  At first, he thought it was a aeroplane, because the airport was not far away, but its path and its behavior attracted his attention.
  I then briefly turned my attention to the television and saw that he was watching some kind of war movie.
  Rafael glanced at her for a second then turned his attention to the road again.
  It was while in exile in Malaysia in the 90s, that they turned their attention to Australia.
  Synonyms
  watching, monitoring, scrutiny, examination, inspection, scrutinization, viewing, survey, surveillance, surveying, consideration, study, review
2The action of dealing with or taking special care of someone or something.
注意力
the business needed her attention
她的事业需要她专心致志。
he failed to give the patient adequate medical attention
他被认定对病人的治疗没有尽责。
Example sentencesExamples
- It's a funny and exhilarating movie, which has evidently been made with much care and attention.
- He also admitted driving without due care and attention and was fined £250 and had his licence endorsed.
- However we are not directing our attentions purely at this market.
- These patients require the same attention and care as those who meet all the criteria.
- The guy likes being in the hospital and getting all that personal care and attention.
- Anyone with a medical problem will then be provided with a referral for appropriate medical care and attention.
- A little extra care and attention to the problem will make the difference.
- This is a wonderful experience for both the host family and the child and all it costs is some love, care and attention.
- He pleaded guilty to nine offences of causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide proper care and attention.
- Accidents happen because of somebody's lack of care and attention.
- Nationally, the figures showed a huge rise in the number of animals not getting the most basic care and attention.
- They live for an incredibly long time and need a lot of care and attention, but they are great companions and very dependable.
- Obviously, it was just a sign of his lack of care and attention, after all, strimming edges is hardly rocket science, is it?!
- We have teachers and principals who would rather not be bothered with those who need extra attention and care.
- She soon managed to move out of the refuge and turned her attention to following her dream.
- We help patients decide if a problem requires medical attention or even hospital care.
- Since then, they have turned their attention to fixing roads and keeping people fed.
- All it needs now is regular care and attention to keep it neat and trim.
- Is constant care and attention the only way to hang on to your husband?
- But there are a few compensations, not least the care and attention she receives.
- A great deal of care and attention was paid to the little details that do so much to make the production look authentic.
- They stand next to some council flats now looking shamefully in need of care and attention next to their spanking new neighbours.
- Many were the hours and days she put in faithfully attending to her work with great care and attention to detail.
- It's so great to see some care and attention given to a TV cartoon, what with the hand painted backgrounds and all.
- Their house reflects care and attention, as does their large, beautiful garden.
Synonyms
observation, attentiveness, intentness, notice, concentration, heed, heedfulness, mindfulness, regard, scrutiny
care, treatment, therapy, ministration, succour, relief, support, aid, help, assistance, service
1. 2.1attentions A person's interest in someone, especially when unwelcome or regarded as excessive.
  （尤指不受欢迎的或过分的）关注
  his primary aim was to avoid the attentions of the newspapers
  他的首要目的是要避开报界的关注。
  Example sentencesExamples
  It also opens them up to the attentions of interest groups which would wish to maximise their influence within committees.
  The major police operation switched its attentions to Hoyle when an officer discovered the defendant was known to be in the area at the time of attack.
  Aberdeen's Fergus Tiernan, left, attempts to fend off the attentions of Dundee United's Mark Wilson.
  Now Foster has switched his attentions to Yorkshire where trading standards and the police have launched an investigation.
2. 2.2attentions A person's actions intended to express interest of a sexual or romantic nature in someone, sometimes when unwelcome.
  （求爱时表现出的）殷勤
  she felt flattered by his attentions
  他的殷勤使她觉得很荣幸。
  Example sentencesExamples
  She said that after about a year, and as a result of the girl doing her best to resist his advances, Richards turned his attentions to another girl.
  It felt good to be out and about and she wouldn't deny that she was flattered by Ollie's attentions.
  She seemed to be somewhat jealous of the fact that my attentions were divided equally among everyone else in the office and not just at her.
  Flattered by the attentions of the young lord, Antonello admits him to his studio.
  Obviously he was flattered at the attentions of such a young and attractive woman.
  Flattered by the officer's attentions, the girl, who was being bullied at school, did not report the incidents.
  Men harassers prefer to force their unwanted attentions on strangers in public amusement places.
  Synonyms
  courtesy, civility, politeness, respect, gallantry, urbanity, deference
3Military
A position assumed by a soldier, standing very straight with the heels together and the arms straight down the sides of the body.
〔军〕立正
the squadron stood to attention when we arrived
midshipmen standing at attention
Example sentencesExamples
- He stood at attention and looked straight ahead without expression as each verdict was read out at Fort Hood, Texas.
- Their eyes slowly roved over the group of soldiers standing at attention beyond the podium.
- They stood to attention in full Legion dress and led the small crowd in a moment's silent reflection.
- I hear the squeak of his boots and when I turn around, he is standing at attention.
- We stood at attention, and gave the proper salute when meeting a fellow soldier.
- The guards stood at attention, eyeing the crowd to make sure that all had bowed.
- The eight were out of the beds and out of their rooms at attention in less than ten seconds.
- Back injuries, caused by the long periods of standing at attention, are a problem.
- What had he done now, he wondered, as he stood at attention in his Captain's cabin.
- Two suits of armour stood to attention at the foot of a wide oak staircase.
- When we arrived a soldier stood at attention and bowed when the prince entered.
- Two guards either side of the castle doors stood to attention, their eyes scouring the Teger men fiercely.
- The sentinel still stood at attention directly under the lantern, not moving but to breathe.
- Cao threw up a salute and stood at attention as the superior officer stopped in front of him.
- He had apparently forgotten the rules of standing at attention.
- Inside, the guards were no longer lounging about with a bored air but stood at attention next to the body.
- Guards standing to attention on parade could become quite faint in temperatures that could reach 100 degrees in summer.
- Peter quickly sidled in front of Marsh and stood to attention.
- When police vehicles fail to stop for you, you are required to stand at attention and salute the officers as they speed past.
- The honor guard took the casket off the airplane, as we all stood at attention, saluting.
1. 3.1as exclamation An order to assume the position of attention.
  立正！

Origin

Late Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere (see attend).

单词	attention
释义	Definition of attention in English: attention noun əˈtɛnʃ(ə)nəˈtɛn(t)ʃ(ə)n mass noun 1Notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or something as interesting or important. 关注；注意 he drew attention to three spelling mistakes 他注意到三个拼写错误。 Example sentencesExamples A police helicopter circling overhead drew attention to the scene. I should have paid attention to what kind of flower this is. He also drew attention to the increased number of youths congregating on school sites after dark to drink. Is that the only passage in which the trial judge drew attention to his interest in the outcome of the proceedings? He also drew attention to the huge cost of implementing the legislation. Uppermost is paying attention to what is going on there, so I can come home and tell a story that in some way or other is useful to the community. It isn't civilised to draw attention to what divides the human race. One caller drew attention to the fact that very many immigrant workers are exploited and abused. He also drew attention to the problem of the unacceptable level of absenteeism at the company's Carlow plant. It attracted a lot of attention confirming the interest in the whole area of child minding. He drew attention to three important interrelated factors which he regarded as peculiar to arbitration agreements. Several speakers drew attention to other victims of police killings and repression. At the same time I drew attention to the removal of bus services. He drew attention to the things he observed by asking his sons what they thought was happening. While not a big box office hit, it drew attention to Babi's unconventional Western looks and she won dozens of subsequent roles. Dr Purver said she had hoped the bullying would go away if she drew attention to it. Youre not paying attention. It drew attention to the plight of one pregnant woman constantly made to work excessive hours. I listened with great care and attention to a detailed and lengthy statement from the prime minister. In his keynote address, the mayor drew attention to the hardships faced by the elderly. Synonyms awareness, notice, observation, consciousness, heed, recognition, regard, scrutiny, surveillance, attentiveness curiosity, inquisitiveness listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to hang on someone's words 1.1 The mental faculty of considering or taking notice of someone or something. 注意力 he turned his attention to the educational system 他把注意力转移到了教育系统。 Example sentencesExamples It was while in exile in Malaysia in the 90s, that they turned their attention to Australia. When the Osprey moved on, we turned our attention to the numerous sparrows moving around the field and hedgerow. The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction. He turned his attentions to spray painting as a technique and exhibited those works in Bangalore in 1990. He studied law in London, but quickly turned his attention to writing. At first, he thought it was a aeroplane, because the airport was not far away, but its path and its behavior attracted his attention. I then briefly turned my attention to the television and saw that he was watching some kind of war movie. But before I could open the door, the sound of a car pulling up the gravel driveway behind me distracted my attention. As she turned her attention to the people behind her, she realized they had stopped talking. Not that such considerations made any difference when we turned our attention to the menu. By June local readers had turned their attention to the European elections. At that point he dismissed me as being past redemption and turned his attention to someone else passing by. I've recently seen some news that caught my attention. She merely dropped her smile, opened her folder and turned her attention to her schedule. The lights and decorations have long since attracted the attentions of locals but now it seems even tourists are taking memories of them home. Using a preface statement gives me a chance to refocus my attention. An avid cricketer when young, he has now turned his attention to polo. My attention constantly drifted off after I wrote each sentence. Rafael glanced at her for a second then turned his attention to the road again. Synonyms watching, monitoring, scrutiny, examination, inspection, scrutinization, viewing, survey, surveillance, surveying, consideration, study, review 2The action of dealing with or taking special care of someone or something. 注意力 her business needed her attention 她的事业需要她专心致志。 he was found guilty of failing to give a patient adequate medical attention 他被认定对病人的治疗没有尽责。 Example sentencesExamples Nationally, the figures showed a huge rise in the number of animals not getting the most basic care and attention. They stand next to some council flats now looking shamefully in need of care and attention next to their spanking new neighbours. A great deal of care and attention was paid to the little details that do so much to make the production look authentic. It's so great to see some care and attention given to a TV cartoon, what with the hand painted backgrounds and all. However we are not directing our attentions purely at this market. These patients require the same attention and care as those who meet all the criteria. Many were the hours and days she put in faithfully attending to her work with great care and attention to detail. Since then, they have turned their attention to fixing roads and keeping people fed. All it needs now is regular care and attention to keep it neat and trim. We help patients decide if a problem requires medical attention or even hospital care. He also admitted driving without due care and attention and was fined £250 and had his licence endorsed. Their house reflects care and attention, as does their large, beautiful garden. We have teachers and principals who would rather not be bothered with those who need extra attention and care. They live for an incredibly long time and need a lot of care and attention, but they are great companions and very dependable. Accidents happen because of somebody's lack of care and attention. But there are a few compensations, not least the care and attention she receives. He pleaded guilty to nine offences of causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide proper care and attention. This is a wonderful experience for both the host family and the child and all it costs is some love, care and attention. Anyone with a medical problem will then be provided with a referral for appropriate medical care and attention. The guy likes being in the hospital and getting all that personal care and attention. Obviously, it was just a sign of his lack of care and attention, after all, strimming edges is hardly rocket science, is it?! It's a funny and exhilarating movie, which has evidently been made with much care and attention. She soon managed to move out of the refuge and turned her attention to following her dream. Is constant care and attention the only way to hang on to your husband? A little extra care and attention to the problem will make the difference. Synonyms observation, attentiveness, intentness, notice, concentration, heed, heedfulness, mindfulness, regard, scrutiny contemplation, consideration, deliberation, thought, thinking, studying, investigation, action care, treatment, therapy, ministration, succour, relief, support, aid, help, assistance, service 2.1attentions Things done to express interest in or please someone. she felt flattered by his attentions 他的殷勤使她觉得很荣幸。 Example sentencesExamples Flattered by the attentions of the young lord, Antonello admits him to his studio. Flattered by the officer's attentions, the girl, who was being bullied at school, did not report the incidents. Obviously he was flattered at the attentions of such a young and attractive woman. Men harassers prefer to force their unwanted attentions on strangers in public amusement places. It felt good to be out and about and she wouldn't deny that she was flattered by Ollie's attentions. She seemed to be somewhat jealous of the fact that my attentions were divided equally among everyone else in the office and not just at her. She said that after about a year, and as a result of the girl doing her best to resist his advances, Richards turned his attentions to another girl. Synonyms courtesy, civility, politeness, respect, gallantry, urbanity, deference compliment, flattery, blandishment overture, suggestion, approach, suit, pass, wooing, courting 3Military A position assumed by a soldier, standing very straight with the feet together and the arms straight down the sides of the body. 〔军〕立正 Saunders stood stolidly to attention 桑德斯笔直地立正。 Example sentencesExamples When police vehicles fail to stop for you, you are required to stand at attention and salute the officers as they speed past. They stood to attention in full Legion dress and led the small crowd in a moment's silent reflection. Two suits of armour stood to attention at the foot of a wide oak staircase. Back injuries, caused by the long periods of standing at attention, are a problem. He stood at attention and looked straight ahead without expression as each verdict was read out at Fort Hood, Texas. Cao threw up a salute and stood at attention as the superior officer stopped in front of him. The sentinel still stood at attention directly under the lantern, not moving but to breathe. Their eyes slowly roved over the group of soldiers standing at attention beyond the podium. Inside, the guards were no longer lounging about with a bored air but stood at attention next to the body. Peter quickly sidled in front of Marsh and stood to attention. The honor guard took the casket off the airplane, as we all stood at attention, saluting. When we arrived a soldier stood at attention and bowed when the prince entered. We stood at attention, and gave the proper salute when meeting a fellow soldier. Two guards either side of the castle doors stood to attention, their eyes scouring the Teger men fiercely. I hear the squeak of his boots and when I turn around, he is standing at attention. What had he done now, he wondered, as he stood at attention in his Captain's cabin. The guards stood at attention, eyeing the crowd to make sure that all had bowed. The eight were out of the beds and out of their rooms at attention in less than ten seconds. He had apparently forgotten the rules of standing at attention. Guards standing to attention on parade could become quite faint in temperatures that could reach 100 degrees in summer. 3.1as exclamation An order to assume a straight standing position. 立正！ Phrases pay attention Take notice of someone or something. students used to know how to pay attention, even when the lecture was boring if you pay attention to one thing, you have to ignore something else you've never paid that much attention to her opinions 你从未如此关注过她的看法。 Example sentencesExamples Some of his best poems begin simply with the act of listening, of readiness to be astonished, of paying attention. The guys who aren't profitable aren't paying attention to the business end of things. Some communities have only recently begun paying attention to the debate. No wonder big media have started to pay attention. Like a determined sleuth, I followed the sound, hardly paying attention to the ground where I walked. Learning about the environment meant paying attention to don't litter signs. To avoid cuts, you've really got to pay attention. The press demand the public pay attention to them. Somewhere east of the Mojave Desert my mother began to urge her brood to pay attention to the landscape. In my frantic sprint to reach the girl in time, I hadn't been paying attention to the ground below me. Synonyms listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to Derivatives attentional adjective Working with animals is remarkably effective with students who have attentional difficulties, disruptive behaviors, or a general lack of interest in reading. Example sentencesExamples Neural growth results in improved attentional skills: adolescents can pay attention longer than children, and they can better ignore distractions. Recognition of the role of attentional processes in overcoming disorientation suggests two further mechanisms that might potentially link anxiety and dizziness. Therefore, when children have mastered automaticity of handwriting, more attentional capacity is available for comprehension and problem solving. Laboratory studies have shown that our attentional processes can work so fast and efficiently that they can protect us from consciously noticing things that might upset us, such as obscene or disturbing words. Origin Late Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere (see attend). Rhymes abstention, apprehension, ascension, circumvention, comprehension, condescension, contention, contravention, convention, declension, detention, dimension, dissension, extension, gentian, hypertension, hypotension, intention, intervention, invention, mention, misapprehension, obtention, pension, prehension, prevention, recension, retention, subvention, supervention, suspension, tension noun.1 phr. Definition of attention in US English: attention nounəˈten(t)SH(ə)nəˈtɛn(t)ʃ(ə)n 1Notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or something as interesting or important. 关注；注意 he drew attention to three spelling mistakes 他注意到三个拼写错误。 you've never paid that much attention to her opinions 你从未如此关注过她的看法。 Example sentencesExamples He drew attention to three important interrelated factors which he regarded as peculiar to arbitration agreements. One caller drew attention to the fact that very many immigrant workers are exploited and abused. I should have paid attention to what kind of flower this is. Is that the only passage in which the trial judge drew attention to his interest in the outcome of the proceedings? At the same time I drew attention to the removal of bus services. While not a big box office hit, it drew attention to Babi's unconventional Western looks and she won dozens of subsequent roles. He also drew attention to the huge cost of implementing the legislation. It attracted a lot of attention confirming the interest in the whole area of child minding. In his keynote address, the mayor drew attention to the hardships faced by the elderly. Dr Purver said she had hoped the bullying would go away if she drew attention to it. A police helicopter circling overhead drew attention to the scene. It drew attention to the plight of one pregnant woman constantly made to work excessive hours. He also drew attention to the increased number of youths congregating on school sites after dark to drink. I listened with great care and attention to a detailed and lengthy statement from the prime minister. He also drew attention to the problem of the unacceptable level of absenteeism at the company's Carlow plant. Uppermost is paying attention to what is going on there, so I can come home and tell a story that in some way or other is useful to the community. It isn't civilised to draw attention to what divides the human race. Youre not paying attention. He drew attention to the things he observed by asking his sons what they thought was happening. Several speakers drew attention to other victims of police killings and repression. Synonyms awareness, notice, observation, consciousness, heed, recognition, regard, scrutiny, surveillance, attentiveness listen, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, concentrate on hearing, give ear to, lend an ear to 1.1 The mental faculty of considering or taking notice of someone or something. 注意力 he turned his attention to the educational system 他把注意力转移到了教育系统。 Example sentencesExamples My attention constantly drifted off after I wrote each sentence. But before I could open the door, the sound of a car pulling up the gravel driveway behind me distracted my attention. The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction. He turned his attentions to spray painting as a technique and exhibited those works in Bangalore in 1990. At that point he dismissed me as being past redemption and turned his attention to someone else passing by. Using a preface statement gives me a chance to refocus my attention. As she turned her attention to the people behind her, she realized they had stopped talking. He studied law in London, but quickly turned his attention to writing. The lights and decorations have long since attracted the attentions of locals but now it seems even tourists are taking memories of them home. By June local readers had turned their attention to the European elections. An avid cricketer when young, he has now turned his attention to polo. She merely dropped her smile, opened her folder and turned her attention to her schedule. I've recently seen some news that caught my attention. When the Osprey moved on, we turned our attention to the numerous sparrows moving around the field and hedgerow. Not that such considerations made any difference when we turned our attention to the menu. At first, he thought it was a aeroplane, because the airport was not far away, but its path and its behavior attracted his attention. I then briefly turned my attention to the television and saw that he was watching some kind of war movie. Rafael glanced at her for a second then turned his attention to the road again. It was while in exile in Malaysia in the 90s, that they turned their attention to Australia. Synonyms watching, monitoring, scrutiny, examination, inspection, scrutinization, viewing, survey, surveillance, surveying, consideration, study, review 2The action of dealing with or taking special care of someone or something. 注意力 the business needed her attention 她的事业需要她专心致志。 he failed to give the patient adequate medical attention 他被认定对病人的治疗没有尽责。 Example sentencesExamples It's a funny and exhilarating movie, which has evidently been made with much care and attention. He also admitted driving without due care and attention and was fined £250 and had his licence endorsed. However we are not directing our attentions purely at this market. These patients require the same attention and care as those who meet all the criteria. The guy likes being in the hospital and getting all that personal care and attention. Anyone with a medical problem will then be provided with a referral for appropriate medical care and attention. A little extra care and attention to the problem will make the difference. This is a wonderful experience for both the host family and the child and all it costs is some love, care and attention. He pleaded guilty to nine offences of causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide proper care and attention. Accidents happen because of somebody's lack of care and attention. Nationally, the figures showed a huge rise in the number of animals not getting the most basic care and attention. They live for an incredibly long time and need a lot of care and attention, but they are great companions and very dependable. Obviously, it was just a sign of his lack of care and attention, after all, strimming edges is hardly rocket science, is it?! We have teachers and principals who would rather not be bothered with those who need extra attention and care. She soon managed to move out of the refuge and turned her attention to following her dream. We help patients decide if a problem requires medical attention or even hospital care. Since then, they have turned their attention to fixing roads and keeping people fed. All it needs now is regular care and attention to keep it neat and trim. Is constant care and attention the only way to hang on to your husband? But there are a few compensations, not least the care and attention she receives. A great deal of care and attention was paid to the little details that do so much to make the production look authentic. They stand next to some council flats now looking shamefully in need of care and attention next to their spanking new neighbours. Many were the hours and days she put in faithfully attending to her work with great care and attention to detail. It's so great to see some care and attention given to a TV cartoon, what with the hand painted backgrounds and all. Their house reflects care and attention, as does their large, beautiful garden. Synonyms observation, attentiveness, intentness, notice, concentration, heed, heedfulness, mindfulness, regard, scrutiny care, treatment, therapy, ministration, succour, relief, support, aid, help, assistance, service 2.1attentions A person's interest in someone, especially when unwelcome or regarded as excessive. （尤指不受欢迎的或过分的）关注 his primary aim was to avoid the attentions of the newspapers 他的首要目的是要避开报界的关注。 Example sentencesExamples It also opens them up to the attentions of interest groups which would wish to maximise their influence within committees. The major police operation switched its attentions to Hoyle when an officer discovered the defendant was known to be in the area at the time of attack. Aberdeen's Fergus Tiernan, left, attempts to fend off the attentions of Dundee United's Mark Wilson. Now Foster has switched his attentions to Yorkshire where trading standards and the police have launched an investigation. 2.2attentions A person's actions intended to express interest of a sexual or romantic nature in someone, sometimes when unwelcome. （求爱时表现出的）殷勤 she felt flattered by his attentions 他的殷勤使她觉得很荣幸。 Example sentencesExamples She said that after about a year, and as a result of the girl doing her best to resist his advances, Richards turned his attentions to another girl. It felt good to be out and about and she wouldn't deny that she was flattered by Ollie's attentions. She seemed to be somewhat jealous of the fact that my attentions were divided equally among everyone else in the office and not just at her. Flattered by the attentions of the young lord, Antonello admits him to his studio. Obviously he was flattered at the attentions of such a young and attractive woman. Flattered by the officer's attentions, the girl, who was being bullied at school, did not report the incidents. Men harassers prefer to force their unwanted attentions on strangers in public amusement places. Synonyms courtesy, civility, politeness, respect, gallantry, urbanity, deference 3Military A position assumed by a soldier, standing very straight with the heels together and the arms straight down the sides of the body. 〔军〕立正 the squadron stood to attention when we arrived midshipmen standing at attention Example sentencesExamples He stood at attention and looked straight ahead without expression as each verdict was read out at Fort Hood, Texas. Their eyes slowly roved over the group of soldiers standing at attention beyond the podium. They stood to attention in full Legion dress and led the small crowd in a moment's silent reflection. I hear the squeak of his boots and when I turn around, he is standing at attention. We stood at attention, and gave the proper salute when meeting a fellow soldier. The guards stood at attention, eyeing the crowd to make sure that all had bowed. The eight were out of the beds and out of their rooms at attention in less than ten seconds. Back injuries, caused by the long periods of standing at attention, are a problem. What had he done now, he wondered, as he stood at attention in his Captain's cabin. Two suits of armour stood to attention at the foot of a wide oak staircase. When we arrived a soldier stood at attention and bowed when the prince entered. Two guards either side of the castle doors stood to attention, their eyes scouring the Teger men fiercely. The sentinel still stood at attention directly under the lantern, not moving but to breathe. Cao threw up a salute and stood at attention as the superior officer stopped in front of him. He had apparently forgotten the rules of standing at attention. Inside, the guards were no longer lounging about with a bored air but stood at attention next to the body. Guards standing to attention on parade could become quite faint in temperatures that could reach 100 degrees in summer. Peter quickly sidled in front of Marsh and stood to attention. When police vehicles fail to stop for you, you are required to stand at attention and salute the officers as they speed past. The honor guard took the casket off the airplane, as we all stood at attention, saluting. 3.1as exclamation An order to assume the position of attention. 立正！ Origin Late Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere (see attend).
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