alertness

noun

Definition of alertnessnext
1
as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger drove through the fog with extra alertness, as the road signs repeatedly warned of deer and moose crossings

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2
as in watchfulness
the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity, or danger we observed the U.S. border patrol's intensified alertness for drug smugglers at the border stations

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alertness
  1. caution
  2. vigilance
  3. care
  4. watch
  5. prudence
  6. alert
Noun
  • In an abundance of caution to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease, 12 states prohibit the use of natural deer urine and permit only synthetic scents.
    Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Out of an abundance of caution, the school will hold a virtual learning day Tuesday, Elliott wrote.
    Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of caution
Noun
  • Election experts argue that a delay in knowing the result, in part because of the patchwork of rules that dictate how votes are counted, notably in battleground states, is proof of ballot-counters’ vigilance about accurately tabulating the vote.
    Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
  • By staying informed about evolving fraud tactics and participating in incident response planning, CFOs can foster a culture of vigilance and preparedness throughout the organization and among third-party partners, strengthening the supply chain’s resilience against payment fraud.
    Shai Gabay, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of vigilance
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  • Other examples came six years ago, when O’Conner and St. Louise hospitals had to be sold, and this year, when Regional Medical Center initiated cutbacks in stroke care and other critical services.
    Cindy Chavez, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The good news is that manufacturers like Whirlpool and Maytag recommend some simple precautions and routine care that will keep both your cooktop and cast-iron cookware in top condition.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of care
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  • Photo: David Dee Delgado/AFP/Getty Images Members and supporters of the New York Immigration Coalition at an Election Night watch party at their offices in New York City.
    Curbed Staff, Curbed, 6 Nov. 2024
  • In one instance, a man survived a gunshot only due to his pocket watch deflecting the bullet, while another joined the Union army after deserting the Confederacy.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of watch
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  • What Are The Candidates Missing? Healthcare spending has ballooned to levels that defy fiscal prudence, but healthcare dollars aren’t going to the people who provide it.
    Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
  • The market may have wanted a more upbeat outlook for 2025 to support analysts’ projections of low-double-digit percentage earnings growth, but Danaher is known for its conservatism and prudence regarding forward guidance.
    Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of prudence
Noun
  • However, as the region faces its second day of severe weather in a row, residents remain on alert while the weather service continues its investigations.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Storm pounds the Caribbean Hurricane and tropical storm alerts were in place for most of Cuba and the Cayman Islands as Rafael began to pass through the Caymans on Tuesday night.
    Mary Gilbert, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of alert
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