watchful

• Beschreibt eine Person, die aufmerksam und wachsam ist und die Umgebung oder Vorgänge genau beobachtet, besonders um Gefahren oder Fehler zu vermeiden.

Describes someone who is alert and paying close attention to what is happening, especially to avoid danger or mistakes.

1. Closely observantB2formal

   Engaged in or accustomed to close observation; paying careful attention to what is happening.

   Wachsam

   • The watchful guard noticed the suspicious movement.
   • She remained watchful during the entire negotiation.
   • Parents should be watchful of their children's online activities.

   Synonymealertattentiveawareobservanton guardvigilantwary

   Antonymeheedlessinattentivenegligentobliviousunobservant

2. Sleepless or wakefulC1formalbritish

   Experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness; unable to sleep.

   Schlaflos

   • He spent a watchful night waiting for news.
   • The watchful hours before dawn seemed endless.
   • She lay watchful in her bed, listening to the rain.

   Synonymesleeplessunsleepingwakeful