observed

Definitions

Noticed or perceived something and registered it as being significant.

Watched or monitored someone or something carefully, especially for scientific purposes.

Complied with or followed a law, rule, or custom.

Examples

The scientist observed a strange reaction when the two chemicals were mixed.

Local residents observed the rare bird nesting in the tall oak tree.

Synonyms

noticed witnessed spotted beheld monitored scrutinized viewed

Antonyms

ignored overlooked missed disregarded neglected unnoticed skipped