Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unattentive
Adjective
/ˌʌn.əˈtɛn.tɪv/
Definition
Not paying attention; failing to be attentive.
Examples
- She was inattentive during the lecture, missing important details.
- His inattentive behavior led to several mistakes in his work.
- The children became unattentive when the movie became slow.
Meaning
When someone is inattentive, they are distracted or not focused on what is happening around them.
Synonyms
- Distracted
- Heedless
- Unmindful
- Negligent
- Inconsiderate
