The difference between Attention and Notice
When used as nouns, attention means mental focus, whereas notice means the act of observing.
Attention is also interjection with the meaning: ..
Notice is also verb with the meaning: to remark upon.
check bellow for the other definitions of Attention and Notice
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Attention as a noun (uncountable):
Mental focus.
Examples:
"Please direct your attention to the following words."
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Attention as a noun (countable):
An action or remark expressing concern for or interest in someone or something, especially romantic interest.
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Attention as a noun (uncountable, military):
A state of alertness in the standing position.
Examples:
"The company will now come to attention."
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Notice as a noun (mostly, uncountable):
The act of observing; perception.
Examples:
"He took no notice of the changes, and went on as though nothing had happened."
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Notice as a noun (countable):
A written or printed announcement.
Examples:
"Shall we post a notice about the new policy?"
"I always read the death notices in the paper."
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Notice as a noun (countable):
A formal notification or warning.
Examples:
"The sidewalk adjacent to the damaged bridge stonework shall be closed until further notice."
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Notice as a noun (chiefly, uncountable):
Advance notification of termination of employment, given by an employer to an employee or vice versa.
Examples:
"I gave her her mandatory two weeks' notice and sacked her."
"I can't work here any longer. I'm giving notice."
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Notice as a noun (countable):
A published critical review of a play or the like.
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Notice as a noun (uncountable):
Prior notification.
Examples:
"I don't mind if you want to change the venue; just give me some notice first, OK?"
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Notice as a noun (dated):
Attention; respectful treatment; civility.
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Notice as a verb (transitive, now, rare):
To remark upon; to mention.
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Notice as a verb (transitive):
To become aware of; to observe.
Examples:
"Did you notice the flowers in her yard?"
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Notice as a verb (obsolete, transitive):
To lavish attention upon; to treat (someone) favourably.
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Notice as a verb (intransitive):
To be noticeable; to show.