observant
Translation
observant, perceptive, attentive
Examples
An observant person would notice the small details.
An observant person would notice the small details.
He is an observant Jew who follows the traditions.
He is an observant Jew who follows the traditions.
Grammar Patterns
to be observant You have to be observant to be a good detective.
Similar Words
Synonyms: attentive, perceptive, sharp-eyed; Antonyms: inattentive, unobservant
Etymology
From Latin 'observans', present participle of 'observare' (to watch).
Memory Tips
An observANT person is like an ANT, always watching and paying attention to its surroundings.