Vigilant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈvɪd͡ʒɪlənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Vigilant is an adjective meaning Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary.
Meaning
Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary.
More Meanings
- (heraldry, rare) In vigilance.
Example Sentences
Be vigilant for signs of disease in your garden.
[...] and sharing the same heraldry : argent, a crane, vigilant, or,[…]
von der LUTKE / Argent, a crane vigilant proper. AG. Carl von der Lutke. Arr. 1857 with the British German Crimea legion. Obtained a grant of land in the Eastern Province of the Cape Colony.
Synonyms for vigilant
Depending on context, synonyms include alert, aware, careful, circumspect, observant, wakesome.
Antonyms for vigilant
Common opposites include complacent, heedless, oblivious, unaware, unprepared, unwary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include open-eyed, watchful, alert, wakeful, aware, vigilance.
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