attentive
Translation
attentive, mindful, considerate
Examples
He was an attentive student.
He was an attentive student.
The staff was very attentive to our needs.
The staff were very attentive to our needs.
Grammar Patterns
attentive ((to sb./sth.)) paying close attention to someone or something The host was attentive to his guests.
Similar Words
Synonyms: observant, mindful; Antonyms: inattentive, distracted
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'tendere' (to stretch). It means 'to stretch one's mind to' something.
Memory Tips
Think of 'attending' a lecture. To get the most out of it, you must be 'attentive'.