<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the act or faculty of attending, especially by directing the mind to an object.</li><li>Psychology: a concentration of the mind on a single object or thought, especially one preferentially selected from a complex, with a view to limiting or clarifying receptivity by narrowing the range of stimuli.</li><li>a state of consciousness characterized by such concentration.</li><li>a capacity to maintain selective or sustained concentration.</li><li>observant care; consideration: Individual attention is given to each child.</li><li>civility or courtesy: attention to a guest.</li><li>notice or awareness: His deliberate cough caught the waiter's attention.</li><li>attentions, acts of courtesy or devotion indicating affection, as in courtship.</li><li>Military: an erect position with eyes to the front, arms to the sides, and heels together (often used as a command).</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>mindfulness</li><li>alertness</li><li>watchfulness</li><li>awareness</li><li>heed</li><li>consciousness</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms (courtesy-related)</strong></p><ul><li>politeness</li><li>homage</li><li>respect</li><li>regard</li><li>deference</li></ul>