Meaning of inattentive in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌɪnəˈtɛn(t)ɪv/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   inattentive

   Definitions

   1. inattentive because of lack of interest

   Synonyms

   • uninterested
2. 2. not showing due care or attention

   Examples

   • « inattentive students »
   • « an inattentive babysitter »
   • « neglectful parents »

   Synonyms

   • negligent
3. 3. unwilling to hear

   Synonyms

   • deaf
4. 4. not paying attention

   Synonyms

   • unalert

5. Qualitative Adjective

   inattentive

   Definitions

   1. showing a lack of attention

   Examples

   • « inattentive students »

   Synonyms

   • absent
   • absentminded
   • abstracted
   • scatty
   • distracted
   • distrait
   • dreamy
   • moony
   • woolgathering
   • drowsy
   • oscitant
   • yawning(a)
   • forgetful
   • oblivious

   Antonyms

   • attentive

See also

• careless
• forgetful
• negligent

Browse dictionary

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• inattentiveness
• inaudibility
• inaudible