Synonyms for

Attending

Verb / ʌˈtendɪŋ / Another word for attending — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of being present at an event, meeting, or function.

Synonyms & similar words

serve giveear hang assist waiton takecare goto look advert nonattendance see inattention attendto miss payheed attention attendance attend participating appearing joining congregating gathering meeting assembling coming contributing showing presenting subscribing enrolling

Synonyms by register

Formal

participating observing presenting engaging

Informal

going showing up being there dropping in

Literary

heeding marking witnessing

Antonyms

ignoring neglecting skipping missing absent unheeding

Common collocations

  • attending a meeting
  • attending a conference
  • attending a class
  • attending an event
  • attending a lecture
  • attending a service
  • attending a ceremony

Word family

noun attendance
verb attend
adjective attentive

Usage note

Primarily used to indicate presence at an event or activity. Can also mean to pay attention or deal with something.

Example sentences

  1. She is attending the conference next week.
  2. I will be attending the concert this weekend.
  3. He is attending the meeting with the boss today.
  4. We are attending the party tonight.
  5. She is attending the graduation ceremony next month.

Quotes

  • Attending a wedding is like being handed a glass of champagne. You don't want to drink it, but it's rude to leave it on the tray.
  • Success is simply a matter of attending to details.
  • The secret of attending a party is knowing when to leave.

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