What is another word for attention span?

Pronunciation: [ɐtˈɛnʃən spˈan] (IPA)

Attention span is a term used to describe the length of time a person can concentrate on a particular task or subject. However, there are many other synonyms in the English language that can be used instead of the term "attention span". These include focus, concentration, attentiveness, mindfulness, vigilance, presence of mind, mental agility, alertness, and engagement. All of these words refer to the ability to stay focused and attentive over a period of time. While each term may have slightly different connotations, they all describe a person's cognitive ability to stay focused and engaged in a particular activity. Using these synonyms can help add variety and depth to your writing and communication.

Synonyms for Attention span:

What are the hypernyms for Attention span?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Attention span?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for attention span (as nouns)

Famous quotes with Attention span

  • There were scenes that just for length purposes, and knowing that the attention span of kids is not great, don't make it much longer than about 90 minutes.
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  • Plus the public's attention span is so short right now, if a skater doesn't strike while the iron is hot... well it's not like people will forget you, but they just won't care anymore.
    Brian Boitano
  • I would never have been a good scientist - my attention span was too short for that.
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  • Children from like 8 and even up to the college age - Spider-Man appeals to a fairly broad demographic but, like I said, a mean age probably of 12 is a good mark - they process information so quickly and it's not because of attention deficit or short attention span.
    Thomas Haden Church
  • According to USA today, the average length of an attention span of a man in America is 23 minutes.
    Robert Fripp

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