What does observant mean?
Observant means Alert and paying close attention; watchful..
Observant
/əbˈzɝvənt/ · adjective
Meaning
Alert and paying close attention; watchful..
Definitions by Sense
- Alert and paying close attention; watchful.
- Diligently attentive in observing a law, custom, duty or principle; regardful; mindful.
- Practicing a religion.
Example Sentences
The observant police officer noticed that my tax disk was out-of-date.
I was normally observant of the local parking restrictions.
We are told how observant Alexander was of his master Aristotle.
They also profess Buddhism, but are not so observant of its customs, nor are there so many monasteries and Lamas to be met with as in the other part of Bhutan.
She is an observant Catholic who goes to church regularly.
Synonyms for observant
Antonyms for observant
Related Words
Word Forms
- more observant
- most observant
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for observant?
Common synonyms include pious, practicing, religionary, Allah-fearing.
What is the opposite of observant?
Possible antonyms include inobservant, nonobservant, unobservant, unobserving.
How do you use observant in a sentence?
The observant police officer noticed that my tax disk was out-of-date.
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