argus-eyed
- adjective
- /ˈɑrɡəsˌaɪd/
- Literature
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vigilante
- The argus-eyed detective noticed every detail in the crime scene.
Examples
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The argus-eyed security guard noticed the smallest details in the busy hallway.
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With argus-eyed attention, the teacher watched the playground for any signs of trouble.
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An argus-eyed editor can catch mistakes that others might miss.
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She is very argus-eyed!
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An argus-eyed editor can catch mistakes that others might miss.
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The argus-eyed security guard noticed the smallest details in the busy hallway.
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With argus-eyed attention, the teacher watched the playground for any signs of trouble.
Synonyms
82
2.8
Quick to notice and respond to what is happening
66
6.0
A person who keeps careful watch for danger or problems
37
3.2
Being careful and ready to notice danger or problems
35
3.9
Quick to notice small details and things around you
3
4.1
Able to see small things and notice small changes quickly
1
8.6
Very alert and watchful because of fear or past harm
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5.2
Aware of possible danger or change
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5.8
Able to see small details clearly
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6.3
Able to see very small details from far away
Quick to notice small changes or details that others miss
Quick to notice and understand small details
Able to notice small things quickly
Able to see very small details with sharp eyesight
Antonyms
How Observant
Surface Forms
Etymology
Argus-eyed comes from Argus, a many-eyed giant in Greek stories, and the -eyed part means 'having eyes'. So, to be argus-eyed is to watch everything very carefully and to notice small dangers or mistakes.