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inattention vs distraction

distraction vs inattention

inattention and distraction both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
inattention Yes No No No
distraction Yes No No No
As nouns, distraction is a hyponym of inattention; that is, distraction is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than inattention:
  • inattention: lack of attention
  • distraction: an obstacle to attention
Other hyponyms of inattention include heedlessness, inattentiveness, disregard, neglect.
inattention (noun) distraction (noun)
lack of attention an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations
the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
mental turmoil
an obstacle to attention
Difference between inattention and distraction

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