vigilant — keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is so vigilant that she notices when I secretly eat her cookies.
- Parents must be vigilant about their children's online activities.
- The cat was vigilant, ready to pounce on any moving shadow.
vigilant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/]
keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties
The security guard remained vigilant throughout the night shift.
The lifeguard stayed vigilant while watching the crowded beach. (👀 Watch Carefully + ⚠️ Stay Alert → Vigilant)
The vigilant guard detected the danger and protected everyone.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'vigilans' (present participle of 'vigilare'), meaning 'to keep watch' or 'to stay awake.' The root 'vigil-' relates to wakefulness and watchfulness, combined with the present participle suffix '-ant' (becoming '-ent' in English).
Breakdown
vigil- (watch, wakefulness from Latin vigilare) + -ant (one who, adjective suffix) = vigilant
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📝Examples
“My grandmother is so vigilant that she notices when I secretly eat her cookies.”
“Parents must be vigilant about their children's online activities.”
“The cat was vigilant, ready to pounce on any moving shadow.”
“Be vigilant when crossing the street, especially at night.”
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