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| 1. | [ adjective ] paying close attention especially to details | |
| Related terms: | attentive | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception | |
| Synonyms: | observing | |
| Related terms: | perceptive | |
| 3. | [ adjective ] (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs | |
| Synonyms: | law-abiding | |
| Examples: | "law-abiding citizens" "observant of the speed limit" |
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| Related terms: | lawful | |
| Similar spelling: |
observantly observance observatory observation observably observable observe observer observed observing observingly |
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