OBSERVATION Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

observation

noun

ˌäb-sər-ˈvā-shən

Definition of observation

as in attention

a state of being aware it has come to my observation that you've been missing a lot of school lately

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Relevance

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as in adherence

the following of a custom, rule, or law a society in which a strict observation of business etiquette is expected of visiting foreigners

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Recent Examples of observation The 16 images include x-ray data that Chandra has collected over decades, combined with observations from other telescopes in space and across the world. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 27 Aug. 2026 Mariner 2 carried no cameras (surprisingly), but its observations were the first detailed measurements of the Venus atmosphere and Venus' temperature, proving to scientists that the planet experienced a runaway greenhouse effect in the past. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2026 There is no deeper thought or more pointed observation attached. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026 Now the same research team behind that observation has found an association between receiving the Shingrix shot and a reduced risk of heart disease. — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observation

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Noun

The Moon enters Aries and your 10th House of Career, Reputation, and Responsibility, putting attention on your public role, work, leadership, or visible commitments.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
Finally, markets this week paid close attention to news of the passing of former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of attention

Noun

Members may appeal the presiding officer’s ruling, but, given a commitment to nonpartisan conduct and adherence to precedent, in practice the parliamentarian’s advice carries significant weight and is generally considered final.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
Better adherence and earlier intervention can help prevent costly complications that drive healthcare spending, including hospitalizations, emergency-room visits and disease progression.

— Joel Zive, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of adherence

Noun

Yandel is recognized for his support of community and educational initiatives, mental health awareness and emerging Latino talent.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026
But even her awareness can’t be constant, as shown by a scene that played out just this summer.

— Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

Once home, hunched over a Nespresso, Tracey attended to the buildup on her iPhone, saving Lois’s WhatsApp voice note till last.

— Helen Simpson, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
Davis Polk's client note describes the package as continuing bombardment rather than storming the beaches, built from existing authorities.

— Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of note

Noun

The school and church asked for privacy on Remembrance Day; observances on campus will not open to the public.

— Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 27 Aug. 2026
Another prominent change to the global observance of dates came in 1867 when Alaska was purchased as a US territory.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of observance

Noun

Long before mindfulness became a defining element of luxury hospitality, Miraval Arizona was there with insights and solutions.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
My work has explored how technology can help measure and promote these connections for better health, such as by tracking activity through wearables or delivering mindfulness training through mobile apps.

— Masha Remskar, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of mindfulness

Noun

Anyone could guess going into this album that Erykah’s sticking points are groupthink, conformity, and phone obsession.

— Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026
Jones made rejection her trademark, rebelling against conformity and embracing an image and music that pushed boundaries and refused labels.

— Lisa Whittington-Hill, Longreads, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of conformity

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