Attentiveness and Slackness
Opposite meaning words
Attentiveness
Attentiveness noun - The state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity, or danger.
Slackness is an antonym for attentiveness.
Slackness
Slackness noun - Failure to take the care that a cautious person usually takes.
Usage example: considering the chemical company's slackness when it comes to safety, it's a wonder there hasn't been a catastrophe
Attentiveness is an antonym for slackness.
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