Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inattention
Noun
/ˌɪn.əˈtɛn.ʃən/
Definition
The lack of attention or focus on something.
Examples
- Her inattention during the lecture resulted in poor grades.
- The child’s inattention made him almost walk into the street.
Meaning
Inattention refers to a state where a person does not pay sufficient attention to a task, person, or situation, often leading to errors or missed information.
Synonyms
- distraction
- neglect
- unobservance
- carelessness
- inobservance
