Definitions

1. noun

the state of being watchful and attentive, especially in order to detect and prevent danger or wrongdoing.

“The police praised the crowd’s vigilance in reporting suspicious activity to the authorities.”

2. noun

a period of continuous and careful watching, especially at night or in times of crisis.

“The fire station held a vigilance of 24 hours to ensure the town’s safety during the storm.”

3. noun

a state of being awake and alert, especially at night or during a period of quiet or darkness.

“The guard kept watch with vigilance throughout the night, watching for any signs of intruders.”

4. noun

the quality of being watchful or attentive, especially in order to detect and prevent danger or wrongdoing.

“The teacher commended the student’s vigilance in catching the mistake on the test.”

5. noun

a state of being constantly on the lookout for something, especially danger or problems.

“The company’s vigilance in monitoring the stock market helped them avoid significant losses.”