Observant

Pronunciation: /əbˈzɜːrvənt/

Definitions of observant

adjective having or showing a keen ability to observe and pay attention to details

Example Sentences

A1 She is observant and notices small details around her.

A2 The observant student quickly spotted the mistake in the equation.

B1 Being observant is an important skill for detectives and investigators.

B2 The observant hiker was able to navigate through the forest without getting lost.

C1 His observant nature allowed him to anticipate the needs of his clients before they even asked.

C2 The observant journalist uncovered the corruption scandal through careful investigation and attention to detail.

Examples of observant in a Sentence

formal The observant detective noticed a small detail that led to solving the case.

informal She's really observant, always catching things that others miss.

slang Dude, you gotta be more observant if you want to win at this game.

figurative Being observant is like having a superpower in a world full of distractions.

Grammatical Forms of observant

• past tense: observed
• plural: observants
• comparative: more observant
• superlative: most observant
• present tense: observe
• future tense: will observe
• perfect tense: have observed
• continuous tense: is observing
• singular: observant
• positive degree: observant
• infinitive: to observe
• gerund: observing
• participle: observant

Origin and Evolution of observant

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'observant' originated from the Latin word 'observantem' which means 'observant, regardful'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who is attentive or watchful, the word 'observant' has evolved to also mean someone who follows religious or moral practices closely.