inattention

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of not giving proper attention or care to something or someone.

  - "His inattention to detail caused numerous errors in the report."
  - "The teacher scolded the student for her inattention in class."

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Synonyms

disregard , heedlessness , neglect

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with inattention
distention , extension , intention , mission , permission , repression , suppression

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Variants

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inattention , inattentions

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Etymology

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From the Old French 'attention' meaning 'care, heed, attention', from the Latin 'attentus' meaning 'alert, attentive'.

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Trivia

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1. The average human attention span is about 20 minutes.

2. Inattention can be a symptom of various conditions, including ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), depression, and anxiety.

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Related Concepts

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1. Distraction: Distraction is a type of inattention that is caused by external stimuli or thoughts that divert one's focus from the task at hand.

2. Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the practice of focusing one's attention on the present moment, without judgment.

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Culture

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Inattention is a common issue in various contexts such as education, work, and relationships. It can lead to mistakes, misunderstandings, and even accidents. Inattention has been explored in literature and art, with famous works such as Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart' and Vincent van Gogh's 'Starry Night' depicting characters or scenes where inattention plays a significant role.

How to Memorize "inattention"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person sitting at a desk, staring off into space instead of focusing on their work.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inattention' with the image of a person daydreaming or with the feeling of being forgetful.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create an acronym, such as 'I Need A Nap' (Inattention, Neglect, Errors, Absent-mindedness, Negligence, Oversight, Procrastination)

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