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vigilance

🇬🇧 UK/ˈvɪdʒɪləns/🇺🇸 US/'vidʒilәns/
TOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

The state of being alert and watchful, especially to avoid danger.

警惕,警觉

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
vigilawake, watchful, alert
+
ancestate, quality
=vigilance

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The security guards maintained constant vigilance to prevent unauthorized entry.

  • 2.

    Parents must exercise vigilance when children are near water.

  • 3.

    The nation's vigilance against terrorism has strengthened significantly.

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