Definition of observant
1a : paying strict attention : watchful an observant spectatorb : keen, perceptive observant of the mistakes of others Good reporters are keenly observant of everything around them.
2 : careful in observing rites, laws, or customs : mindful pious and religiously observant families — Sidney Hook always observant of the amenities
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Examples of observant in a Sentence
A particularly observant child, he noticed even the slightest changes in the classroom.
Good reporters are keenly observant of everything around them.
The family is strictly observant.
Recent Examples of observant from the Web
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Marvel/Sony Smart, observant world-building lays the groundwork long before the big reveal.
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Weisberg said most people don't understand the lifestyle of observant couples.
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SERVICE Our cheerful waitress was relaxed and observant.
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Age: 30 Hometown: Tuskegee, AL Current city: Woodbridge, VA Occupation: Government engineer Strategy: Be friendly and maintain integrity; always be watchful, but not in a creepy way; be observant; and take mental notes about everyone.
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These are meant to encompass various dressing needs that observant women have throughout the month—
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Observant Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during the holy month.
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Observant Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during the holy month.
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Observant Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during Ramadan, and since Ramadan this year overlaps with the summer solstice, and sunrise occurs well before 6 a.m., some Muslims will eat large meals in predawn hours.
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First Known Use of observant
1599
observant
Definition of observant
obsolete
: an assiduous or obsequious servant or attendant
First Known Use of observant
1605
OBSERVANT Defined for English Language Learners
observant
playDefinition of observant for English Language Learners
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: good at watching and listening : good at noticing what is going on around you
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: careful to follow religious teachings or customs
OBSERVANT Defined for Kids
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