Borrowed from Latin vigilans, the present participle of vigilare, to be awake or keep watch. The same root appears in vigil, vigilance, and vigilante.
Borrowed from Latin vigilans, the present participle of vigilare, to be awake or keep watch. The same root appears in vigil, vigilance, and vigilante.
What does vigilant mean?
Vigilant means carefully alert and watching for danger, trouble, or important changes.
Is vigilant positive or negative?
It is usually positive or neutral. It suggests responsible attention, though it can sound serious or cautious.
What is the difference between vigilant and watchful?
Vigilant often sounds more active and serious. Watchful can sound calmer or more protective.
What preposition follows vigilant?
Common patterns are vigilant against a threat, vigilant for signs, and vigilant about safety.
What is the noun form of vigilant?
The noun is vigilance, meaning careful watchfulness or alert attention.
What is the adverb of vigilant?
The adverb is vigilantly, as in The guard watched vigilantly.
Is vigilant the same as afraid?
No. Vigilant means alert and prepared. It does not necessarily mean frightened.