Definition & Meaning of "vigilant"in English

vigilant

cautious and attentive of one's surrounding, especially to detect and respond to potential dangers or problems

alert

astute

canny

cautious

gingerly

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

most vigilant

Comparative

more vigilant

gradable

domain

behavior, safety, awareness

Examples

The security guard remained vigilant throughout the night, monitoring the premises for any suspicious activity.

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unvigilant

vigilantly

vigilant

vigil

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