watched

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. being looked at or followed closely, often for safety or control.

adj. subject to observation or surveillance; often used to describe individuals or digital activities under scrutiny.

“The security guard kept an eye on the watched entrance all night.”

“In the digital age, a watched account is often subject to automated flags if any suspicious activity is detected by the system's algorithm.”

A2 · Elementary

v. took care of something or someone to make sure they were safe.

v. the past tense of 'watch' in the sense of exercising care, caution, or protective surveillance over a person or property.

“She watched her sister's children while their parents were at work.”

“The shepherd watched the flock throughout the night, remaining vigilant against any predators that might approach from the forest edge.”