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Observing

/ɒbˈzɜːvɪŋ/

To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.

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📖 Definitions of "Observing"

verb

1
To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.
"From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat."
2
To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).
"Please observe all posted speed limits."
3
To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence).
4
To comment on something; to make an observation.
"The senator observed that the bill would be detrimental to his constituents."

noun

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Observation

🔄 Synonyms of "Observing"

2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
perceptive	Having or showing keenness or sharpness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition.
observantnoun	Alert and paying close attention; watchful.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Observing"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
observantnoun	Alert and paying close attention; watchful.
perceptive	Having or showing keenness or sharpness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition.
observernoun	One who makes observations, monitors or takes notice.
observationnoun	The act of observing, and the fact of being observed (see observance)
remarkverb	(intransitive, with preposition on) To make a remark or remarks on, to comment on (something).
observancenoun	The practice of complying with a law, custom, command or rule.
observational	Relating to observation, especially scientific observation.
notingnoun	A note; a written remark.
viewingnoun	An instance of viewing something.
watchingnoun	The act of one who watches.
commentverb	(intransitive, with "on" or "about") To make remarks or notes; to express a view regarding.
sightingnoun	The act of catching sight of something, especially something searched for.
lookingverb	as the last part of compound adjectives: relating to or having the appearance of.
pointverb	(intransitive) To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.
seeingnoun	The act or fact of perceiving something with the eyes; eyesight.
respectverb	To have respect for.
referringnoun	The act by which somebody or something is referred; a reference.
acknowledgingnoun	That acknowledges, in various sense; (especially) that notices or recognises someone or something.
controlverb	(transitive) To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.
controllingnoun	The act of exerting control.