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Watchfulness Definition & Meaning

watchfulness
noun
  1. the process of paying close and continuous attention; "wakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter"; "vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue"
  2. vigilant attentiveness; "he keeps a weather eye open for trouble"

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Frequently asked questions

What does watchfulness mean?
the process of paying close and continuous attention; "wakefulness, watchfulness, and bellicosity make a good hunter"; "vigilance is especially susceptible to fatigue" vigilant attentiveness; "he keeps a weather eye open for trouble"
What part of speech is watchfulness?
Watchfulness is a noun.
How many definitions does watchfulness have?
Watchfulness has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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