OBSERVANT Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

observant

adjective

əb-ˈzər-vənt

Definition of observant

as in alert

paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity if you were more observant, you would perceive that something is troubling her deeply

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as in focused

having the mind fixed on something observant viewers will notice that the position of hero's facial wound changes in the course of the scene

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Recent Examples of observant La Gradiva takes a tragic turn in its final act that forces a reexamination of the loose, observant filmmaking that led to it. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026 People tend to be more observant after seeing social media posts or news reports about snake encounters or bites. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026 The Beth Din of America, a rabbinical court in New York City, arbitrates disputes for observant Jews under Jewish law. — Asma Uddin, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026 This is particularly important to them as religiously observant Jews, like most settlers. — Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observant

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Adjective

But homeowners with gardens and trees should be alert as warmer temperatures mean many plants could struggle to retain moisture.

— Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2026
Kindel — who the Penguins said is conscious, alert and in stable condition — was taken to the University of Utah Hospital for further evaluation.

— Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of alert

Adjective

The collapse in the price of CoreWeave stock has dragged down the entire tech sector in the last couple of days, and focused investors’ minds on the risks attached to AI.

— Jim Edwards, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
Keep them focused on the higher purpose in the midst of shifting deadlines.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of focused

Adjective

At the first all-crew meeting, Kerry warns everyone to stay vigilant.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2026
Both Rothrock and Raybould urged companies to be vigilant when hiring remote workers and to rely on tools like E-Verify, as well as require multiple forms of identification for new hires.

— Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of vigilant

Adjective

Especially now, younger kids are so immersed in social media and people are trying to fabricate themselves or polish and airbrush their lives and appearances.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
Because every moment is narrated in Ugandan Sign Language and International Sign, Deaf travelers are more deeply immersed in the experience, and a welcome hush falls over the environment—which is, surprise, appreciated by the wildlife too.

— CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of immersed

Adjective

Just one day earlier, he was diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his left calf and ordered by doctors to stay awake overnight, according to NFL insiders, who report the quarterback did not sleep for roughly 36 hours.

— Mark Osborne, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
The exact story of how coffee was discovered isn’t known for sure, but one popular legend says an Ethiopian goatherd named Kaldi noticed that when his goats ate from a red berry plant, they were infused with energy and stayed awake all night.

— Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of awake

Adjective

Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day.

— Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026
Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.

— Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024

Definition of absorbed

Adjective

The sanctuary gave her space to socialize and play in a setting close to her natural habitat under the watchful eyes of adoptive gorilla mothers.

— Elodie Toto, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
John has been groomed by his parents—under the watchful eye of the Guardians—to eventually replace the rule-defying and frequently reckless Hal, who lost both parents.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of watchful

Adjective

Here, the idea that Hollywood is truly interested in the creative possibilities of a fanfic-originating adaptation becomes weak.

— Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2026
No one interested in pondering what looks like an intractably difficult conflict need turn their attention to Iran or Israel.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

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