as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
an Argus-eyed photographer known for capturing on film many celebrity meltdowns
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Argus-eyed
Adjective
-
Authorities gave the usual warnings for spectators to stay alert, and encouraged them to leave large items like backpacks and strollers at home to avoid the need for a search.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026 -
While Capitol security has an alert system, not all lawmakers received notifications the morning of the shootings.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
In combined bites, the salty ingredients season the fresh ones, and the textures are varied enough to gently nudge the brain awake.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
-
During the trial, however, the jury was shown an image that depicted the 7-year-old riding in the back of Horner’s FedEx truck on her knees, while still awake and active, according to the Associated Press.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Ever vigilant still, Elmer has mapped three escape routes from his shoe stand, just in case the task force reappears.—
Wendi C. Thomas,
MLK50,
17 Apr. 2026
-
Ever vigilant still, Elmer has mapped three escape routes from his shoe stand, just in case the task force reappears.—
Wendi C. Thomas,
ProPublica,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Gallery guards keep a watchful eye on any verboten photo taking or loud conversation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
-
The agency said drivers would need to be in the vehicle and keep a watchful eye on it.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
This requires careful monitoring of key parameters such as sugar and acidity from veraison through to harvest.—
Maureen Mackey , Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
-
Somewhere within him is the spirit of the patriotic teenager and the careful lower-court judge who rejected any notion of party loyalty or judicial agenda.—
Peter S. Canellos,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Many readers may not be aware of the services that end-of-life doulas can provide.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
-
Fuqua, as well as the film’s producers, were reportedly not made aware of the legally binding agreement until after filming wrapped.—
Amelia McDonell-Parry,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Argus-eyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Argus-eyed. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
