attentive

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   (often followed by `to') giving care or attention

   attentive to details

2. 2
   adj

   Paying attention; noticing, watching, listening, or attending closely.

   She is an attentive listener, but does not like to talk much.

3. 3
   adj

   Courteous; mindful.

   a husband attentive to his wife’s needs

4. 4
   adj

   taking heed

Etymology

From Middle English attentif, attentijf, from Old French attentif.