Synonyms of vigilance

vigilance

noun

ˈvi-jə-lən(t)s 

as in watchfulness

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

eternal vigilance is the price of freedom

Synonyms & Similar Words

• watchfulness
• watch
• alertness
• alert
• attentiveness
• red alert
• mindfulness
• awareness
• sensitivity
• consciousness
• receptivity
• cautiousness
• receptiveness
• qui vive
• carefulness
• wariness
• aliveness
• readiness
• preparation
• care
• heedfulness
• chariness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abstraction
• preoccupation
• absorption
• distraction
• absentmindedness
• daze
• daydreaming
• engrossment
• obliviousness
• unawareness
• unconsciousness
• inattention
• carelessness
• inattentiveness
• heedlessness
• inobservance
• unwariness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vigilance

Finally, consider that the movement to protect kids from these harms is just beginning and will require constant evolution and vigilance to adapt to emerging threats. — Susan Morrisey, STAT, 15 Sep. 2026

Try balancing playdates and school drop-offs with security measures and constant vigilance. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 15 Sep. 2026

For Steven Ingber, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Detroit, the assault remains a powerful reminder of the need for vigilance as families prepare to gather. — Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Constant vigilance against the presence of AI inevitably begets cynicism and threatens to corrode the teacher-student relationship that is at the heart of education. — Dónal Gill, The Dial, 8 Sep. 2026