Definition

Relating to the ability to focus or pay attention to something.

Example

The attentional skills of the students improved after the training.

Conversation

Have you noticed how attentional focus affects our study sessions?

Definitely! When I'm focused, I absorb information so much better.

Right? I feel like distractions just make it harder to maintain that attentional state.

Exactly! Finding ways to minimize those distractions is key.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Attentional is formed from "attentio" (from Latin, meaning attention) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "attentional" refers to something that is related to or characterized by attention.

Memory Tip

Think of 'attention' as the focus on something, and the '-al' means relating to, so 'attentional' describes anything that relates to attention.

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