noun
- acts of care, consideration, or courtesy shown to someone
- romantic interest or pursuit shown toward someone
Usage: plural form
Usage: plural form; often romantic context
Examples
- She appreciated his thoughtful attentions during her illness.
- The elderly woman enjoyed the daily attentions of her caring neighbors.
- He showered her with flowers and other romantic attentions.
- The celebrity grew tired of the constant attentions from fans.
- Her attentions to detail made the event a great success.
- The young man’s attentions were not welcomed by the woman.
- Small attentions like opening doors show good manners.