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Meaning of sightings
The primary meaning of the word "sightings" refers to the act of seeing or observing something, especially something unusual or unexpected.
Etymology of sightings
The word "sightings" originates from the Old English word "sīth", meaning "a seeing" or "a sight", and the suffix "-ing", which forms a noun indicating an action or process
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to the act of seeing or observing, and later expanding to include the meaning of a visual observation or perception
Synonyms
appearances
observations
discoveries
encounters
views
perceptions
glimpses
observations
spotting
espials
detections
recognitions
identifications
findings
notices
discernments
detections
sightings
observations
watches
looks
glances
peeps
gazes
stares
beholds
witnesses
espionage
surveillance
monitoring
tracking
locating
pinpointing
spotting
detecting
uncovering
unearthing
exposing
Definitions
- The act of seeing or observing something, especially something unusual or unexpected
- * A visual observation or perception of something, especially a rare or unusual phenomenon
Usage Examples
- The recent sightings of the rare bird species have attracted many tourists to the area
- * The police are investigating the sightings of a suspicious person in the neighborhood
- * The astronaut reported several sightings of UFOs during the space mission
Antonyms
non-observations
blindness
ignorance
unawareness
obliviousness
disregard
neglect
oversight
inattention
indifference
disinterest
unconcern
disregard
dismissal
rejection
denial
cover-up
concealment
secrecy
hiding
camouflage
disguise