attentive

ad (Latin)

(direction) toward, to, on, up to, for.

attineo (Latin)

(used impersonally) I am useful or important.. (used impersonally) I belong somewhere, pertain or relate to, concern.. I bring or hold to or near.. I hold fast, keep, detain, hold back, delay.. I hold possession of, retain, occupy, preserve, keep, guard.. I stretch or reach out to.

tendere (Latin)

tendo (Latin)

I pitch (a tent).. I proceed.. I stretch, stretch out, distend, extend.. I strive for; I reach for.

attendo (Latin)

I direct or turn toward.. I pay attention, attend (to).

attentif (Old French)

attentive (English)

Courteous; mindful.. Paying attention; noticing, watching, listening, or attending closely.