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Meaning of 'inattentive' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Inattentive [ a.]
- Not attentive; not fixing the mind on an object; heedless; careless; negligent; regardless; as, an inattentive spectator or hearer; an inattentive habit.

Meaning of 'inattentive' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . inattentive [ a]
Meaning (1):
- showing a lack of attention or care
Example in sentence:
  • an inattentive babysitter;
  • inattentive students
2 . inattentive [ s]
Meaning (2):
- not showing due care or attention
Example in sentence:
  • an inattentive babysitter;
  • inattentive students;
  • neglectful parents

Nearby Words:

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