Meaning of wakeful in English

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

   • alert
2. 2. (of sleep) easily disturbed

   Examples

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

   Synonyms

   • shallow