Attention
/əˈtɛn.ʃən/noun
The act or state of applying the mind to something.
Did you know?In medieval times, 'attention' was often associated with the power of concentration used in rituals and spells to summon energies.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
attentio
“The act of stretching toward, a focused consideration.”
14th Century
Middle English
attencioun
“The act of paying heed or notice.”
15th Century
Middle English
atencion
“The state of being attentive; careful observation.”
Modern English
English
attention
“A state of focusing mental effort on a particular task or stimulus.”