English word attentive comes from Latin ad ((direction) toward, to, on, up to, for.), Latin attineo, Latin tendere, Latin tendo
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| ad | Latin (lat) | (direction) toward, to, on, up to, for. |
| attineo | Latin (lat) | (used impersonally) I am useful or important.. (used impersonally) I belong somewhere, pertain or relate to, concern.. I bring or hold to or near.. I hold fast, keep, detain, hold back, delay.. I hold possession of, retain, occupy, preserve, keep, guard.. I stretch or reach out to. |
| tendere | Latin (lat) | |
| tendo | Latin (lat) | I pitch (a tent).. I proceed.. I stretch, stretch out, distend, extend.. I strive for; I reach for. |
| attendo | Latin (lat) | I direct or turn toward.. I pay attention, attend (to). |
| attentif | Old French (fro) | |
| attentive | English (en) | Courteous; mindful.. Paying attention; noticing, watching, listening, or attending closely. |