Associations to the word «Observant»

Wiktionary

OBSERVANT, adjective. Alert and paying close attention; watchful.
OBSERVANT, adjective. Diligently attentive in observing a law, custom, duty or principle; regardful; mindful.
OBSERVANT, noun. A member of a Franciscan order that strictly observes the rules of St. Francis.

Dictionary definition

OBSERVANT, adjective. Paying close attention especially to details.
OBSERVANT, adjective. Quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception.
OBSERVANT, adjective. (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit".

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley