Vigilant

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪdʒ.əl.ənt/

Definitions of vigilant

adjective describing someone who is watchful and alert, especially to avoid danger

Example Sentences

A1 Parents should be vigilant when their children are playing near water.

A2 It is important to be vigilant while walking alone at night.

B1 The security guard remained vigilant throughout the night to ensure the safety of the building.

B2 The detective was vigilant in gathering evidence to solve the case.

C1 The government must remain vigilant in monitoring potential security threats.

C2 The cybersecurity team is vigilant in protecting the company's sensitive data from hackers.

Examples of vigilant in a Sentence

formal It is important to remain vigilant in monitoring the company's financial transactions.

informal Be vigilant when walking alone at night.

slang Keep your eyes peeled and stay vigilant for any signs of trouble.

figurative She was vigilant in guarding her heart against further hurt.

Grammatical Forms of vigilant

• past tense: remained
• plural: vigilants
• comparative: more vigilant
• superlative: most vigilant
• present tense: vigilant
• future tense: will be vigilant
• perfect tense: have been vigilant
• continuous tense: is being vigilant
• singular: vigilant
• positive degree: vigilant
• infinitive: to be vigilant
• gerund: being vigilant
• participle: vigilant

Origin and Evolution of vigilant

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vigilant' originated from the Latin word 'vigilantem', which is the present participle of 'vigilare' meaning 'to watch, keep awake'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'vigilant' has retained its original meaning of being watchful and alert, but it has also come to be associated with being cautious and attentive in various contexts.