I. observant noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin observant-, observans, present participle of observare to observe
1. obsolete : observer
2. obsolete : an assiduous or obsequious servant or attendant
II. ob·serv·ant əbˈzərvənt, -zə̄v-, -zəiv- adjective
Etymology: French, from present participle of observer to observe, from Latin observare
1. : taking notice : viewing or noticing attentively : attentive
observant spectators
an observant habit of mind
2. archaic : respectful , deferential
3. : attentive in observing : regardful , mindful — used with of
observant of rules
carefully observant of the niceties of life
4. obsolete : observable
5. : careful , heedful
observant to avoid offense
• ob·serv·ant·ly adverb
• ob·serv·ant·ness noun -es