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Definition of heedful:
Synonyms:
paying attention, awareness, advertent, mindful, attentive, aware, conscious, thoughtful, careful, excite, measured, serious-minded, thrifty.
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attentive (part of speech: adjective)
- discreet,
- observant,
- hearkening,
- absorbed,
- considering,
- intent,
- cautious,
- entranced,
- diligent,
- immersed,
- rapt,
- enraptured,
- responsible,
- observing,
- attentive,
- interested,
- engrossed,
- mindful,
- alert,
- vigilant,
- sharp,
- regardful,
- watchful,
- fascinated,
- concentrating,
- careful,
- concerned,
- scrutinizing
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vigilant (part of speech: adjective)
- conscientious,
- observant,
- mindful,
- precise,
- guarded,
- scrupulous,
- finical,
- prepared,
- particular,
- ready,
- strict,
- fastidious,
- vigilant,
- responsible,
- alert,
- prudent,
- diligent,
- watchful,
- regardful,
- exacting,
- cautious,
- attentive,
- sharp-eyed,
- thorough,
- provident,
- thoughtful,
- fussy,
- careful,
- meticulous
- cautious (part of speech: adjective)
Usage examples:
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And truly it moved a little with the head, this way and that, stretching through the dark and the shadows, as you shall see a slug to move, and with no speed or sound, and nowise seeming heedful of aught.
- "The Night Land", William Hope Hodgson. -
But my poor maidens, hapless and forlorn, Who never had a meal apart from mine, But ever shared my table, yea, for them Take heedful care, and grant me, though but once.
- "The Seven Plays in English Verse", Sophocles. -
And, when we pass within, take heedful care Bright looks betray thee not unto our mother.
- "The Seven Plays in English Verse", Sophocles.