unalert

/ʌnˈɛlərt/

Definitions

1. adjective

not alert or watchful; not having a strong sense of what is happening or what is needed

“The unalert driver failed to notice the traffic signal.”

2. noun

a person who is not alert or watchful

“The fire captain was worried about the unalert guard who was supposed to be watching the warehouse.”

Synonyms

  • drowsy
  • inattentive
  • somnolent

Antonyms

  • alert
  • vigilant