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- Dictionaryvig·i·lant/ˈvijələnt/
adjective
- 1. keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties: "the burglar was spotted by vigilant neighbors"
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Vigilant means alertly watchful especially to avoid danger. Learn the synonyms, antonyms, examples, history, and usage of this word from the Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Vigilant means always being careful to notice things, especially possible danger. Learn more about the word, its synonyms and how to use it in sentences from the Cambridge Dictionary.
To be vigilant, then, is to behave like a guard who watches to make sure that bad things don’t happen. Of course, those bad things can take many forms, depending on the context in which vigilant is used.
Use vigilant to describe someone who keeps awake and alert in order to avoid danger or problems. When taking the subway, be vigilant about your wallet — always know where it is, or someone might steal it from you.
Vigilant means always being careful to notice things, especially possible danger. Learn more about the word, its synonyms, and how to use it in sentences with Cambridge Dictionary.
Someone who is vigilant gives careful attention to a particular problem or situation and concentrates on noticing any danger or trouble that there might be. He warned the public to be vigilant and report anything suspicious.
Vigilant means very careful to notice any signs of danger or trouble. Learn how to use this formal adjective with synonyms, pronunciation, pictures and example sentences.
