inattention JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɪn.əˈtɛn.ʃən/ · in.at.ten.ʃən
noun
- Lack of attention, or failure to pay attention. The teacher noticed the student's inattention during the lecture.
- An act of neglect; failure of courtesy. The inattention of the host towards his guests was evident in the lack of refreshments.
Did you know? The concept of inattention has been a subject of interest in psychology, particularly in the study of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).