observant
/əb ˈzɜr vənt/
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Definition(s):
- (adj) paying close attention especially to details
- (adj) quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
- (adj) (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs
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Usage(s):
- Inter's Muntari is more observant, though he reportedly ate pasta at lunch on Sunday, while refusing water before the match.
- An observant Mormon, she doesn't drink alcohol and has never seen an R-rated movie.
- His boy-band good looks are framed by the close-cropped beard of an observant Muslim.
Quotes
- Morial added, "One of the things that is so curious to me is the way that groups on the right have been very, very observant and have begun to utilize the tactics of the civil rights movement- marching, organizing in churches, things that we're the...on Jun 26, 2010 By: Marc Morial Source: Milwaukee Courier Weekly Newspaper
- "When I first met Meg, she struck me as extremely observant and very, very smart and clear on her ideas, and she still is that way. I think she brings a certain maturity to the role now," English says. "She gets to play an adult and she plays...on Sep 10, 2008 By: Diane English Source: Los Angeles Times
- "While many are shaken, this recent threat should not hamper our holiday and future travel plans. We have taken the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of all travelers and we ask that they also continue to be observant of security measures...on Dec 28, 2009 By: David Paterson Source: myfoxny.com
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