keep, observe, celebrate, commemorate mean to notice or honor a day, occasion, or deed. keep stresses the idea of not neglecting or violating. observe suggests marking the occasion by …

To observe is to mark or be attentive to something seen, heard, etc.; to consider carefully; to watch steadily: to observe the behavior of birds, a person's pronunciation.

1. To take notice: stood by the window observing. 2. To say something; make a comment or remark: observed upon the unusual weather. 3. To watch or be present without participating actively: We …

Something that's observed is seen or noted, especially as part of a scientific investigation. An observed side effect of a medication is one that's been scientifically proven.

[ + speech ] "I've always found German cars very reliable," he observed. [ + that ] She observed that it would soon be time to stop for lunch.

To observe is to mark or be attentive to something seen, heard, etc.; to consider carefully; to watch steadily: to observe the behavior of birds, a person's pronunciation.

verb 1. (tr; may take a clause as object) to see; perceive; notice I observed that he was trembling 2. (when tr, may take a clause as object) to watch (something) carefully; pay attention to (something)

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observed definition: noticed or acknowledged in a formal way. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "observed fire".

To be or become aware of, especially through careful and directed attention; notice. Observed a car leaving the property.