HyperDic: inattentiveness

English > 2 senses of the word inattentiveness:
NOUNcognitioninattentiveness, heedlessnessa lack of attentiveness (as to children or helpless people)
attributeinattentivenessthe trait of not being considerate and thoughtful of others
English > inattentiveness: 2 senses > noun 1, cognition
MeaningA lack of attentiveness (as to children or helpless people).
Synonymheedlessness
Broaderinattentionlack of attention
Oppositeattentiveness, heed, regard, paying attentionpaying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
English > inattentiveness: 2 senses > noun 2, attribute
MeaningThe trait of not being considerate and thoughtful of others.
Narrowercarelessness, sloppinessThe quality of not being careful or taking pains
BroadertraitA distinguishing feature of your personal nature
OppositeattentivenessThe trait of being observant and paying attention
Adjectivesinattentivenot showing due care or attention

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