not paying attention showing a lack of attention; "inattentive students" unwilling to hear not showing due care or attention; "inattentive students"; "an inattentive babysitter"; "neglectful parents" inattentive because of lack of interest
Not attentive; not fixing the mind on an object; heedless; careless; negligent; regardless; as, an inattentive spectator or hearer; an inattentive habit
Someone who is inattentive is not paying complete attention to a person or thing, which often causes an accident or problems. attentive. not giving enough attention to someone or something attentive