Vigilance: meaning, definitions and examples

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vigilance

 

[ ˈvɪdʒɪləns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

security

The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Synonyms

alertness, attentiveness, watchfulness

Examples of usage

  • The security guard maintained vigilance throughout the night.
  • Vigilance is crucial in preventing theft and vandalism.
Context #2 | Noun

healthcare

The action or state of paying close and continuous attention.

Synonyms

carefulness, diligence, thoroughness

Examples of usage

  • Regular check-ups are important to ensure vigilance in monitoring health.
  • Vigilance in medication management can prevent adverse effects.

Translations

Translations of the word "vigilance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vigilância

🇮🇳 सावधानी

🇩🇪 Vigilanz

🇮🇩 kewaspadaan

🇺🇦 пильність

🇵🇱 czujność

🇯🇵 警戒心

🇫🇷 vigilance

🇪🇸 vigilancia

🇹🇷 dikkat

🇰🇷 경계

🇸🇦 يقظة

🇨🇿 bdělost

🇸🇰 bdelosť

🇨🇳 警惕

🇸🇮 budnost

🇮🇸 vigilance

🇰🇿 сақтық

🇬🇪 ყურადღება

🇦🇿 nəzarət

🇲🇽 vigilancia

Word origin

The word 'vigilance' originates from the Latin word 'vigilantia', derived from 'vigilans' meaning 'watchful'. The concept of vigilance has been crucial throughout history, particularly in the context of security and healthcare, emphasizing the importance of staying alert and attentive to potential risks or issues.

See also: vigil, vigilant, vigilante.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,137, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.