Vigilant Meaning in English

word

US

ˈvɪdʒəɫənt

VIJ-uh-luhnt

UK

vˈɪdʒɪlənt

VIJ-i-luhnt

释义

Being careful and watchful, especially to notice danger or problems quickly.

用法与细微差别

'Vigilant' is formal and often used when someone is watching for danger, like security or parenting. Common with 'remain', 'stay', or 'keep': 'stay vigilant'. Not used for casual attention or daydreaming; stronger than just 'attentive'.

• Spanish: vigilante - atento
• Portuguese (BR): vigilante - atento
• Portuguese (PT): vigilante - atento
• Chinese (Simplified): 警惕的 - 警觉的
• Chinese (Traditional): 警覺的 - 謹慎的
• Hindi: चौकस - सतर्क
• Arabic: يقظ - منتبه
• Bengali: সতর্ক - সতেজ
• Russian: бдительный - настороженный
• Japanese: 警戒している - 用心深い
• Vietnamese: cảnh giác - đề phòng
• Korean: 경계하는 - 방심하지 않는
• Turkish: tetikte - uyanık (tehlikeye karşı)
• Urdu: خبردار - چوکنا - ہوشیار
• Indonesian: waspada - berjaga-jaga

例句

The security guard was vigilant all night.

basic

Parents should be vigilant when children are near water.

basic

You must remain vigilant while driving at night.

basic

Even when things seem calm, it's wise to stay vigilant.

natural

Hackers are everywhere, so always be vigilant online.

natural

She stayed vigilant for any signs of trouble during the protest.

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