Observant synonyms and antonyms

əb-zûr'vənt

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alert
Alert is defined as being awake and functioning at an energetic level.
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alive to
Engaged in observing
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inattentive (antonym)
Exhibiting a lack of attention; not attentive.
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sharp
Strong; biting; pungent, as in taste or smell
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prudent
Frugal; economical; not extravagant;
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searching
Keenly observant:
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careless (antonym)
Marked by or resulting from lack of forethought or thoroughness:
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heedless (antonym)
Marked by or paying little heed; unmindful or thoughtless.
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aware
Having knowledge or discernment of something:
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dreaming (antonym)
alert
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unwatchful (antonym)
Not watchful
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unaware (antonym)
Not noticing; paying no heed; thoughtless; inattentive.
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indifferent (antonym)
Not really good; rather poor or bad
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inquisitive (related)
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wide-awake
Completely or fully awake
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keen
Acutely sensitive:
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discerning
Having or showing good judgment or understanding; astute
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discovering
Given to observing
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detecting
Given to observing
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questioning
Characterized by questions, inquisitiveness, doubt or wonder.
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deducing
Given to observing
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surveying
Given to observing
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contemplating
Given to observing
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regardful
Showing deference.
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considering
Given to observing
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sensitive
Of an issue, capable of offending, upsetting or hurting.
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clear-sighted
Perceptive; discerning.
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comprehending
Given to observing
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bright
Having a clear, quick intellect; intelligent.
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intelligent
The definition of intelligent is someone or something that is bright, informed or shows sound judgment.
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on the beam
Given to observing
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all-eyes
(Idiomatic, with f) Gazing at devotedly.
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judicious (related)
Having, applying, or showing sound judgment; wise and careful
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watching (related)
Engaged in observing
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wakeful
Without sleep; sleepless.
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conscious
Accompanied by an awareness of what one is thinking, feeling, and doing; intentional
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awareness (related)
Vigilantly attentive
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law-abiding
Obeying the laws of society; not a lawbreaker; without a criminal record.
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observing
quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
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well-read (related)
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perceptive
Able to perceive quickly and easily; having keen insight or intuition; penetrating
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eager
Excited by desire in the pursuit of any object; ardent to pursue, perform, or obtain; keenly desirous; hotly longing; earnest; zealous; impetuous; vehement.
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interested
Having an interest or share; concerned
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discriminating
Having a discerning judgment or taste
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understanding
Showing compassion.
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on-the-ball
(Idiomatic) Alert, active, or attentive; on top of things.
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gazing
Engaged in observing
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unmindful (antonym)
Failing to give due care or attention; inattentive.
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on-one-s-toes
Given to observing
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watchful
(Archaic) Not sleeping; awake.
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awake
The definition of awake is you are no longer sleeping.
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sleepless
Marked by a lack of sleep:
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noticing
Engaged in observing
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viewing
Engaged in watching a movie or television:
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vigilant
The definition of vigilant is watchful and alert.
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reconnoitering
Engaged in observing
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guarding
Engaged in observing
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mindful
Attentive; heedful:
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on-guard
(Fencing) The starting position of a fencing bout; en garde.
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listening
Of an action that is performed with caution and attention to sounds.
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on-the-watch
On duty as a guard or lookout; vigilant; alert.
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on-the-lookout
Constantly alert, intent on finding something or someone.
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on-the-qui-vive
Engaged in observing
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looking-out
Engaged in observing
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intent on
Engaged in observing
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careful
Thorough and painstaking in action or execution; conscientious:
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undistracted
Not distracted
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intent
Firmly fixed; concentrated:
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open-eyed
Done with the eyes open
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sharp-eyed
Attentive, given to noticing things, aware.
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circumspect
Circumspect is defined as cautious and unwilling to take risks.
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cautious
Full of caution; careful to avoid danger; circumspect; wary
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wary
Wary is defined as watchful or cautious.
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marking
Engaged in observing
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inspecting
Engaged in observing
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scrutinizing
Engaged in observing
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examining
Engaged in observing
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all-ears
(Idiomatic) Awaiting an explanation.
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thoughtless (antonym)
(Rare) Stupid; senseless
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unobservant (antonym)
Not observant.
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insensitive (antonym)
Not physically sensitive; numb.
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  • His eyes were observant and restless, his eyebrows thick and low, and his features hard.

  • By being observant, you can be more natural.

  • He doesn't stand a chance with someone who's as observant as I am.

  • You need to remain observant of your rats ' behavior.

  • This means that you need to be ready and observant with your subjects.

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