Thesaurus

“qui”

The following 2 entries include the term qui.

qui vive

noun

the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity, or danger

on the qui vive

phrase

paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity


Challenging Standardized Test Words

  • high school student holding a pencil leaning over a sat test
  • Despite the cacophony, the student tried to study.
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