watchful
Translation
watchful, vigilant, observant
Examples
A watchful guard stood at the gate.
A watchful guard stood at the gate.
She kept a watchful eye on the children.
She kept a watchful eye on the children.
Grammar Patterns
watchful ((of sth./sb.)) paying careful attention to (sth./sb.) He is always watchful of danger.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vigilant, alert, observant; Antonyms: inattentive, careless
Etymology
From 'watch' (to observe) and the suffix '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of watching'.
Memory Tips
Imagine an owl, known for its 'watchful' eyes, carefully observing everything around it.