intentive /ɪnˈtɛntɪv/ adjective3 •Paying attention; attentive, heedful.the object is fine and accurate , it conduceth much to have the sense intentive and erect — 1627 •Intent (of the mind, thoughts etc.).To which whilest she lent her intentive mind, / He suddenly his net upon her threw […] — 1596 •Expressing intent. formsmore intentive · most intentive