attention

noun

1. the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

   noun.cognition

   Synonyms attending

   Antonyms inattention

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

   noun.act

   Examples

   The old car needs constant attention.

   Synonyms aid care tending

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. a general interest that leads people to want to know more

   noun.cognition

   Examples

   She was the center of attention.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. a courteous act indicating affection

   noun.act

   Examples

   She tried to win his heart with her many attentions.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. the faculty or power of mental concentration

   noun.cognition

   Examples

   Keeping track of all the details requires your complete attention.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review

   noun.attribute

   Examples

   The troops stood at attention.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. The act or state of attending or heeding; the application of the mind to any object of sense, representation, or thought; notice; exclusive or special consideration; earnest consideration, thought, or regard; obedient or affectionate heed; the supposed power or faculty of attending.

   noun

   Source: webster1913