What does watchful mean?
Watchful means Fully observant, vigilant, or aware..
Watchful
/ˈwɒt͡ʃ.fəl/ · adjective
Meaning
Fully observant, vigilant, or aware..
Example Sentences
The teacher kept a watchful eye on her pupils during the school trip.
But there was so much at stake that I had to take some risk—though even when I was far away there has never been a day when the Shire has not been guarded by watchful eyes.
Synonyms for watchful
Antonyms for watchful
Related Words
Word Forms
- more watchful
- most watchful
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for watchful?
Common synonyms include jealous, vigilant, wakeful, insomniac.
What is the opposite of watchful?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use watchful in a sentence?
The teacher kept a watchful eye on her pupils during the school trip.
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