All Definitions for Attend
Below are all the dictionary definitions of attend:
1Senses relating to caring for or waiting on someone, or accompanying or being present.
2To care for (someone requiring attention)
3Specifically, of a doctor, nurse, etc.: to provide professional care to (someone).
4To wait on (someone or their instructions) as an attendant, servant, etc.
5Also (specifically of a gentleman-in-waiting or lady-in-waiting to a member of royalty), to accompany (someone) in order to assist or wait upon them
6To escort.
7To be present at (an event or place) in order to take part in some action or proceedings
8Also, to regularly go to (an event or place).
9To take action with respect to (someone, or something such as a concern, problem, or task)
10To deal with, to handle.
11Of a (chiefly immaterial) thing: to be consequent to or present with (someone or something)
12To accompany.
13Followed by to: to look after someone or something.
14To be ready to wait upon someone or their instructions as an attendant, servant, etc.
15Also (followed by on or upon), to accompany someone in order to assist or wait upon them.
16Followed by to: to take action with respect to someone or something
17To deal with.
18Followed by on or upon: of a (chiefly immaterial) thing: to be consequent on or present with.
19Senses relating to directing one's attention.
20Often followed by to, upon, or with: to give consideration
21To pay attention.
22To look out or wait for (someone, or something such as a decision or event)
23To await.
24To expect or look forward to (someone or something).
25Of a thing: to be in store or lie in wait for (someone or something)
26To await.
27To remain and wait
28To abide.
29Followed by for: of a thing: to be in store or lie in wait.
30To look after (someone or something)
31To tend.
32Followed by at: to go to and be present at a place for some purpose
33Also (obsolete), followed by on: to be present at and take part in an event.
34To listen to (something or someone).
35To give consideration to (someone or something)
36To heed, to pay attention, to regard.
37Followed by to or unto: to listen.
38Senses relating to waiting for something.
39Followed by for: to expect or look forward.
40To intend (something).
About rhymes for attend
Finding the right rhyme for attend helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "Senses relating to caring for or waiting on someone, or accompanying or being present.", attend has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Contend is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Comprehend works well in formal or poetic contexts. Apprehend is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for attend, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.