Synonyms of vigilant
18 similar words · 8 opposite words
Another word for vigilant is aware. Other synonyms of vigilant are watchful, circumspect, wakeful, wakesome and careful. The opposite of vigilant is unprepared.
Synonyms and similar words for vigilant
adjectiveWatchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary.
- alert
- awareVigilant or on one's guard against danger or difficulty.
- careful
- circumspectCarefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
- observant
- on the qui viveIn a state of heightened vigilance, especially prior to battle.
- wakesomeMarked by wakefulness or alertness; vigilant.
- wary
- watchfulFully observant, vigilant, or aware.
- unwinkingConstantly on one's guard; vigilant.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- heedful
- hipAware, informed, up-to-date, trendy.
- on guardVigilant, alert.
- on the lookoutConstantly alert, intent on finding something or someone.
- on the watch
- on watch
- wakefulVigilant and alert; watchful.
- wokeAlert, aware of what is going on, or well-informed, especially of racial and other social justice issues.
Opposite of vigilant
adjectiveMore antonyms
- complacent
- heedlessUnaware; without noticing; careless; inattentive.
- oblivious
- unalertNot alert.
- unaware
- unpreparedNot prepared; caught by surprise.
- unwary
- unwitting
Meaning of vigilant
- adjective Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary.
- adjective In vigilance.
vigilant in other languages
Questions about synonyms of vigilant
- What is another word for vigilant?
- Vigilant has 18 synonyms on Word.ws, such as aware, watchful, circumspect, wakeful, wakesome and careful.
- What is the opposite of vigilant?
- The opposite of vigilant is unprepared. Other antonyms of vigilant are heedless.
- What does vigilant mean?
- Vigilant means watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary.
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