Inattentive ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Inattentive ( adjective )

  1. Not paying attention or giving attention to something.
  2. Lacking attention or care.

Origin:

From in- "not" + attentive "paying attention".

Examples:

  1. The teacher scolded the inattentive students for not paying attention in class.
  2. Inattentive driving can lead to accidents.
  3. He was too inattentive to notice the mistake he made.
  4. The inattentive waiter forgot to bring me my drink.
  5. I was feeling inattentive during the meeting and missed important points.

(As a verb)

Inattentive ( verb )

  1. Not paying attention or giving attention to something.
  2. Lacking attention or care.

Origin:

From in- "not" + attentive "paying attention".

Examples:

  1. The teacher scolded the inattentive students for not paying attention in class.
  2. Inattentive driving can lead to accidents.
  3. He was too inattentive to notice the mistake he made.
  4. The inattentive waiter forgot to bring me my drink.
  5. I was feeling inattentive during the meeting and missed important points.
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