attention āļāļ·āļāļāļ°āđāļĢ attention āļāļ·āļāļāļ°āđāļĢ The ability or power to concentrate mentally.A military posture, with the body erect, eyes to the front, arms at the sides, and heels together.Used as a command to assume an erect military posture.Concentration of the mental powers upon an object; a close or careful observing or listening.Observant consideration; notice: Your suggestion has come to our attention. Consideration or courtesy: attention to others' feelings. Acts of courtesy, consideration, or gallantry, especially by a suitor.