CEFR B2

vigilant

adjective

Meaning

Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Examples

The vigilant homeowner installed cameras to monitor his property.
Parents must be vigilant about what their children access online.

Synonyms: alert, watchful, attentive, circumspect

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vigilant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪdʒɪlənt/

Definition

Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Examples

The vigilant homeowner installed cameras to monitor his property.
Parents must be vigilant about what their children access online.
Remaining vigilant during the night watch, the soldier spotted the approaching enemy.

How to Use vigilant

vigilant against (prepositional phrase): Keeping watch to protect from something bad. — "We must be vigilant against misinformation."
vigilant in (prepositional phrase): Being watchful while performing an action or duty. — "He was vigilant in his duties as a lifeguard."

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