be vigilant

VERB

watch

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attend guard protect take care of wait

STRONG

mind oversee patrol police superintend tend watch over

WEAK

be on alert be on the lookout be wary be watchful care for keep an eye on keep eyes open keep eyes peeled keep watch over look after look out pick up on ride shotgun for take heed

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

WEAK

harm hurt overlook pass by

Example Sentences

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The takeaway from your letter — and the lesson for readers — is that it’s important to be vigilant.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Alliance Party MLA Kate Nicholl said children's safety is of "paramount importance" and urged young people to be "sensible" and parents to be vigilant.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

“The monetary board will continue to be vigilant and guided by incoming information, specifically data on inflation,” it added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Hochman advised that people be vigilant of their surroundings, call 911 if something appears suspicious of if they’re being followed, park in well-lit areas, and lock car doors immediately after getting in the vehicle.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

At Princeton, it seemed the only thing I needed to be vigilant about was my studies.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

be vigilant

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