observe Antonyms

Meaning of observe

Wordnet

observe (v)

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

make mention of

observe with care or pay close attention to

watch attentively

show respect towards

behave as expected during of holidays or rites

follow with the eyes or the mind

stick to correctly or closely

conform one's action or practice to

Webster

observe (v. t.)

To take notice of by appropriate conduct; to conform one's action or practice to; to keep; to heed; to obey; to comply with; as, to observe rules or commands; to observe civility.

To be on the watch respecting; to pay attention to; to notice with care; to see; to perceive; to discover; as, to observe an eclipse; to observe the color or fashion of a dress; to observe the movements of an army.

To express as what has been noticed; to utter as a remark; to say in a casual or incidental way; to remark.

Webster

observe (v. i.)

To take notice; to give attention to what one sees or hears; to attend.

To make a remark; to comment; -- generally with on or upon.

observe Sentence Examples

  1. I prefer to observe the situation before taking any action.
  2. The scientists observed the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat.
  3. The detective carefully observed the crime scene, searching for clues.
  4. We should observe good manners in all our interactions.
  5. The hikers observed the majestic waterfall with awe and wonder.
  6. The doctor observed the patient's symptoms and ordered some tests.
  7. In science, we observe the world and make inferences based on our observations.
  8. I like to observe people's reactions when they try something new.
  9. The astronomers observed the distant galaxy through a telescope.
  10. observing the stars at night is a relaxing and meditative experience.

FAQs About the word observe

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of, make mention of, observe with care or pay close attention to, watch attentively, show respect towards

follow,obey, adhere (to), keep to, mind, comply (with),conform (to), abide by, surrender (to), accede (to)

dare, direct, refuse, disregard, repudiate, disregard, disobey, challenge, ignore, renounce

I prefer to observe the situation before taking any action.

The scientists observed the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat.

The detective carefully observed the crime scene, searching for clues.

We should observe good manners in all our interactions.