undivided

adjective

un·​di·​vid·​ed ˌən-də-ˈvī-dəd 

1

: not separated into parts or pieces : existing as a single whole : not divided

an undivided property

2

: complete or total

They listened to the lecture with undivided attention.

Synonyms

• all
• concentrated
• entire
• exclusive
• focused
• focussed
• whole

Examples of undivided in a Sentence

a teacher who insists on the undivided attention of her students

Recent Examples on the Web

This feedback will help your child navigate the world, because nobody gets hours of undivided attention. —Emily Edlynn, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024

Her dreams of becoming an actor faded, and the undivided attention and wallet of goofy single father Nick are exactly what she’s always wanted. —Devon Ivie, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2024

Active listening is a posture of undivided attention, asking good questions to truly understand the other person’s perspective. —Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024

Whether the issue is reproductive freedom, the freedom to learn about our history, or the freedom to make a living for our families, this election deserves our undivided attention. —Alphonso David, Essence, 1 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing undivided

• undivided/full/complete attention

Legal Definition

undivided

adjective

un·​di·​vid·​ed

: shared with others having an interest in the whole : held jointly, in common, or in indivision with other co-owners

each such tenant in common holds an equal undivided share in the title

—O. L. Browder et al.

each spouse owns a present undivided one-half interest in the community property

—Louisiana Civil Code

compare divided, entire