Synonyms for
Observe
Definition
to watch carefully or keep track of something
Synonyms & similar words
watchover
mention
maintain
break
watch
notice
follow
abideby
celebrate
note
keep
remark
detect
takenote
honour
keepaneyeon
discover
disrespect
find
honor
respect
watch
monitor
survey
examine
inspect
scrutinize
view
gaze
stare
peer
notice
spot
detect
perceive
discern
note
study
analyze
explore
research
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- observe carefully
- observe the rules
- observe closely
- observe behavior
- observe the stars
- observe a moment of silence
- observe the effects
Word family
Usage note
While 'observe' can mean to see or notice, it often implies a more careful or systematic watching. It can also mean to follow or adhere to rules or customs.
Example sentences
- I observe the stars every night to see if there are any shooting stars.
- We must observe the rules when playing games.
- The detective observed the suspect's behavior.
- I like to observe the way flowers bloom in the spring.
- Scientists observe animals to learn more about them.
Quotes
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs
We observe today not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom. - John F. Kennedy
The more you observe politics, the more you've got to admit that each party is worse than the other. - Will Rogers