🔍observe

verb
/əbˈzɜːrv/

Meaning

to watch carefully; to notice or perceive something
to watch carefully and attentively

Example Sentences

Scientists observe the behavior of animals in the wild.

The teacher asked the students to observe the experiment.

Synonyms

watch, study, examine, monitor, notice, see, view
Entry 1
watch, study, examine, monitor
Entry 2
watch, notice, see, view

Antonyms

ignore, overlook, miss
Entry 1
ignore, overlook, miss
Entry 2
ignore, overlook

Collocations

observe closely, observe carefully, observe behavior, observe changes, observe the surroundings
Entry 1
observe closely, observe carefully, observe behavior, observe changes
Entry 2
observe carefully, observe closely, observe the surroundings

More Example Sentences

Every year, Thanksgiving is observed across the USA with joy and family gatherings.

Every year, Independence Day is observed across the USA through much enthusiasm and inspiration.

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