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Meaning of watchfully
The primary meaning of "watchfully" is in a careful and attentive manner, paying close attention to something or someone.
Etymology of watchfully
The word "watchfully" originates from the Old English words "waht" or "wæht" meaning "watch" and the suffix "-ful" which forms an adjective indicating a fullness or abundance of the quality denoted by the root word
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe attentive or vigilant behavior
Synonyms
vigilantly
attentively
carefully
cautiously
observantly
mindful
heedfully
warily
alertly
guardedly
circumspectly
prudently
discreetly
tactfully
diplomatically
sensitively
thoughtfully
considerately
conscientiously
scrupulously
meticulously
fastidiously
painstakingly
assiduously
diligently
sedulously
industriously
busily
actively
zealously
eagerly
intently
fixedly
steadfastly
unwaveringly
unswervingly
steadily
firmly
resolutely
determinedly
Definitions
- With close attention, careful not to miss anything, typically because a problem or danger is expected
- * In a careful and attentive manner, paying close attention to something or someone
Usage Examples
- The nurses watched the patient's condition watchfully, ready to intervene at the first sign of trouble
- * The hikers made their way through the dense forest watchfully, aware of the potential dangers that lurked within
Antonyms
carelessly
inattentively
heedlessly
recklessly
negligently
lazily
indolently
apathetically
unconcernedly
uninterestedly
distractedly
absentmindedly
forgetfully
negligently
irresponsibly
rashly
impulsively
thoughtlessly
inconsiderately
tactlessly
insensitively
incautiously
imprudently
rashly
wildly
crazily
foolishly
stupidly