advertence

noun

ad-ˈvər-tᵊn(t)s How to pronounce advertence (audio)
Definition of advertencenext
as in awareness
a state of being aware a greater advertence to the feelings of others is what that insensitive clod needs

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  1. awareness
  2. attention
  3. mindfulness
Noun
  • As awareness grows, primary-care doctors and gynecologists are likely to see more patients asking about scent changes.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The award is presented by the American Heart Association to celebrate excellence in coaching, honor Bryant’s legacy and to raise awareness and funds for its mission.
    — PJ Green October 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of awareness
Noun
  • While the Blue Demon induces perceptual disorientation, the Rooster privileges visual attention and the architectural discipline of gaze.
    — Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026
  • But while Antetokounmpo gets most of the attention as the Heat’s new star, Adebayo will again be relied on to be the team’s leader.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of attention
Noun
  • In 2017, psychologist Eli Susman was on a meditation retreat at the Plum Village mindfulness center in southern France.
    — Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The sailing is also designated as one of the line’s Wellness at Sea sailings, bringing together wellness, fitness, and mindfulness sessions all led by experts.
    — Megan duBois, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of mindfulness
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“Advertence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advertence. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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