Advertent
/ədˈvɜːtnt/
EN
paying attention; attentive
The advertent hiker spotted the rare bird hidden in the foliage.
Etymology
Derives from Latin 'advertens', the present participle of 'advertere', meaning 'to turn the attention to'. It entered English in the early 15th century.
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What does Advertent mean?
Advertent means: paying attention; attentive
How do you pronounce Advertent?
Advertent: /ədˈvɜːtnt/
How is Advertent used in a sentence?
The advertent hiker spotted the rare bird hidden in the foliage.