Abstracted and Observant

Opposite meaning words

Abstracted adjective - Lost in thought and unaware of one's surroundings or actions.

Usage example: the man on the train seemed somewhat abstracted, and he did indeed forget to get off at his stop

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Observant is an antonym for abstracted.

Observant adjective - Paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity.

Usage example: if you were more observant, you would perceive that something is troubling her deeply

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Abstracted is an antonym for observant.

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