observant

ob·ser·vant

adjective

The definition of observant is someone who is good at noticing things, or someone who follows the rules and requirements of a particular religion.

A person who always spots when you get a new haircut or a new outfit is an example of someone who is observant.
A Jew who keeps Kosher and who follows all of the rules of his religion is an example of an observant Jew.

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observant

strict in observing, or keeping, a law, custom, duty, rule, etc.: often with of: observant of the rules of etiquette
paying careful attention; keenly watchful
perceptive or alert
Judaism designating or of a person who adheres strictly to traditional religious practices

Origin of observant

Fr, present participle of observer, observe

former name for Friar Minor

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observant

adjective

Having or showing keen perceptiveness; perceptive: an observant traveler; an observant memoir.
Diligent in observing a law, custom, duty, or principle: observant of the speed limit.

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ob·ser′vant·ly
adverb

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Adjective

(comparative more observant, superlative most observant)

Alert and paying close attention; watchful.
The observant police officer noticed that my tax disk was out-of-date.
Diligently attentive in observing a law, custom, duty or principle; regardful; mindful.
I was normally observant of the local parking restrictions.