Definition of INATTENTIVE

inattentive

Adjective

  • showing a lack of attention or care
    • "inattentive students"
    • "an inattentive babysitter"

Adjective Satellite

  • not showing due care or attention
    • "inattentive students"
    • "an inattentive babysitter"

Adj

  • Of or pertaining to a lack of attention; not paying attention; careless.

Examples

  • He was inattentive in class and did not do well in his exams.

Origin / Etymology

From in- + attentive.

Synonyms

neglectful, absent-minded, distracted, distrait, unconcentrated

Antonyms

attentive, vigilant

Scrabble Score: 14

inattentive: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
inattentive: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
inattentive: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

inattentive: valid Words With Friends Word