inattention

noun
UK: /ˌɪnəˈtenʃn/
US: /ˌɪnəˈtenʃn/

  1. Lack of attention; failure to pay attention.

    1. His inattention caused him to miss important details during the lecture.
    2. The project failed because of the team's inattention to critical deadlines.

  2. Carelessness or negligence; a state of being unmindful.

    1. Her inattention to the stove resulted in a burnt dinner.
    2. The accident was attributed to the driver's momentary inattention at the wheel.

Synonyms

negligence distraction

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "inattention" in English means: Lack of attention; failure to pay attention., Carelessness or negligence; a state of being unmindful..

The phonetic transcription of "inattention" is /ˌɪnəˈtenʃn/ in British English and /ˌɪnəˈtenʃn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "inattention": negligence, distraction.

Example usage of "inattention": "His inattention caused him to miss important details during the lecture.". More examples on the page.