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/
Korean meaning: 경계하는, 조심스럽게 지켜보는
Korean pronunciation: **비**질런트
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
A vigilant security guard monitors surveillance screens for potential threats
Stay vigilant, work diligent, think intelligent!
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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).
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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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