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inattentive

adjective

showing a lack of attention or care

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Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
I
Ends with
E
Contains
NA
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˌɪn.ə.ˈtɛn.tɪv

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adjective

  1. showing a lack of attention or care

    “inattentive students”

adjective

  1. not showing due care or attention

    “inattentive students”

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Example Sentences

inattentive students
an inattentive babysitter
neglectful parents

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