Antonyms for intentive
| Grammar : Adj |
Definition of intentive
Origin :- late 13c., from Old French ententif, intentif (12c.), from Late Latin intentivus, from intent-, past participle stem of intendere (see intend).
- As in observant : adj alert, watchful
- As in regardful : adj attentive, observant
Synonyms for intentive
- advertent
- alive
- arrect
- attentive
- aware
- bright
- careful
- clear-sighted
- comprehending
- considerate
- considering
- contemplating
- correct
- deducing
- deferential
- detecting
- discerning
- discovering
- discriminating
- duteous
- dutiful
- eager
- eagle-eyed
- heedful
- intelligent
- intentive
- interested
- keen
- mindful
- not missing a trick
- obedient
- observative
- observing
- on one's toes
- on the ball
- penetrating
- perceptive
- questioning
- quick
- regardful
- respectful
- searching
- sensitive
- sharp
- sharp-eyed
- surveying
- thoughtful
- understanding
- vigilant
- watchful
- wide-awake
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