vigilantly
3
6.2
- adverb
- /ˈvɪdʒɪləntli/
:
vigilantemente
- Denise stands vigilantly by Mike's bedside.
- vigilantly monitor
Examples
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I would argue that adaptation means that we must vigilantly monitor, analyze feedback, and continually adjust.
Academic text (2002) -
I vigilantly protect myself against both of those things.
Fiction book (2000) -
We must be vigilantly pursuing ways to move society in a direction of great love, forgiveness, and community.
Blog text (1) -
Each night, the old woman, from her pillow beside her daughter's, would listen vigilantly.
Fiction book (1992) -
Teachers must vigilantly monitor, diagnose, intervene, and support their students.
Academic text (2004) -
CDC recommendations for TB screening and treatment should be followed vigilantly for this population, especially in employment settings with a high risk for TB exposure.
Academic text (2011) -
The security guard watched the building vigilantly to ensure nothing suspicious happened.
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The lifeguard remained vigilantly on duty, keeping an eye on the swimmers at all times.
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Parents should vigilantly supervise their children while they play in the park.
Synonyms
16
4.3
To act carefully and watch for danger
9
3.0
With care and strong focus on what you see or hear
3
6.5
In a careful way that avoids risk or saying too much
1
3.2
In a quick and watchful way that notices and reacts to things
1
3.2
In a careful way while looking for danger or sudden movement
In a careful way that notices small details
How Vigilant
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Vigilantly comes from vigil, from the old Latin vigilare meaning 'to be awake' or 'to watch'. So to act vigilantly is like a guard staying awake and watching carefully for danger or problems.