observed
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.watched someone or something closely to learn about them.
v.monitored or watched a subject with attention to detail, often for scientific or investigative purposes.
Simple“The scientists observed the birds for several weeks to see how they built their nests.”
In context“The researchers observed the chemical reaction under a microscope, noting the precise moment the solution changed from clear to opaque.”
UsageOften used in the passive voice in scientific reporting.
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.obeyed a law, a rule, or a religious custom.
v.complied with or adhered to a law, regulation, or religious tradition.
Simple“The silence was strictly observed during the ceremony to show respect.”
In context“The local community has observed these traditional fasting laws for centuries, passing the customs down through generations.”
UsageCommonly used with abstract nouns like 'silence', 'tradition', or 'protocol'.
- 03 C1 Advanced
v.said something you noticed about a situation.
v.made a remark or comment based on an observation.
Simple“He observed that the room was much colder than it had been yesterday.”
In context“The chairman observed that the company's growth had slowed significantly in the final quarter of the fiscal year.”
UsageTypically followed by a 'that' clause.
- 04 C1 Advanced
adj.describes a public holiday that is celebrated on a different day than usual.
adj.pertaining to a public holiday celebrated on a date other than its traditional calendar date, usually to create a long weekend.
Simple“Since Christmas fell on a Sunday, the holiday was observed on Monday instead.”
In context“The government announced that the national day would be an observed holiday on the following Friday to encourage domestic tourism.”
Synonyms
Usage observed an increase · observed similar
“This should reveal whether the patterns observed are unique to butterflies or also apply to other insects.”
“The energy output is far closer to that observed from black holes than stars.”