WATCHFULNESS Synonyms

• the process of paying close and continuous attention

• a state of readiness to respond

• lively attentiveness

• paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

• the trait of being considerate and thoughtful of others

• the trait of being observant and paying attention

• the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

• the quality of being careful and painstaking

• the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

• a warning against certain acts

• judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger

• the trait of being circumspect and prudent

• warn strongly; put on guard

• knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

• the trait of being circumspect and prudent

• the trait of staying aware of (paying close attention to) your responsibilities

• the trait of staying aware of (paying close attention to) your responsibilities

• the act of observing; taking a patient look

• a formal event performed on a special occasion

• the act of noticing or paying attention

• conformity with law or custom or practice etc.

• discretion in practical affairs

• knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

• the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

• prompt willingness

• (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way

• a natural effortlessness

• close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)

• the trait of being cautious and watchful

• a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world

• a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep

• the process of paying close and continuous attention

• vigilant attentiveness