Meaning of wakeful in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    wakeful

    Definitions

    1. carefully observant or attentive

    Examples

    • « on the lookout for possible danger »
    • « a policy of open-eyed awareness »
    • « the vigilant eye of the town watch »
    • « there was a watchful dignity in the room »
    • « a watchful parent with a toddler in tow »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. (of sleep) easily disturbed

    Examples

    • « in a light doze »
    • « a light sleeper »
    • « a restless wakeful night »

    Synonyms

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