VIGIL Synonyms
There are 11 hypernyms of the word vigil. (close relations)
vigilance
Best Alternative Words for VIGIL
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| watch | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a small portable timepiece • a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty • a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe • the period during which someone (especially a guard) is on duty • a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event • the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival) verb • look attentively • follow with the eyes or the mind • see or watch • observe with attention • be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful • observe or determine by looking • find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort | ||||||||
| lookout | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event • an elevated post affording a wide view • a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings • the act of looking out | ||||||||
| examination | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) • a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge • formal systematic questioning • a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) • the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned | ||||||||
| guard | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a person who keeps watch over something or someone • the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage • a device designed to prevent injury or accidents • a posture of defence in boxing or fencing • the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team • a military unit serving to protect some place or person • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. • the duty of serving as a sentry • (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles • a position on a basketball team verb • to keep watch over • watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect • protect against a challenge or attack • take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence | ||||||||
| inspection | nounn | |||||||
noun • a formal or official examination | ||||||||
| observation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of making and recording a measurement • the act of observing; taking a patient look • a remark expressing careful consideration • facts learned by observing • the act of noticing or paying attention | ||||||||
| patrol | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a detachment used for security or reconnaissance • the activity of going around or through an area at regular intervals for security purposes • a group that goes through a region at regular intervals for the purpose of security verb • maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol | ||||||||
| scrutiny | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) • a prolonged intense look | ||||||||
| surveillance | nounn | |||||||
noun • close observation of a person or group (usually by the police) | ||||||||
| wake | verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n | |||||||
noun • an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii • the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) • the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward • a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial verb • be awake, be alert, be there • stop sleeping • arouse or excite feelings and passions • to alert someone to something • cause to become awake or conscious | ||||||||
| qui vive | nounn | |||||||
noun • condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action | ||||||||
