# attention vs attenuation

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### attention
*noun · IPA /əˈtɛn.ʃn̩/ · frequency rank #800*
Mental focus.

### attenuation
*noun · frequency rank #36,440*
A gradual diminishing of strength.

## Source
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