vigil

The word “vigil” has 2 syllables: vig-il

It's pronounced as /ˈvɪdʒɪl/

What is synonym and antonym for vigil?

In the thesaurus, “vigil” has 20 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for vigil along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for vigil

attention
awareness
duty
eagle eye
guard
inspection
lookout
monitoring
nightwatch
notice
observance
observation
patrol
scrutiny
stakeout
supervision
surveillance
vigilance
watch
watchfulness

Antonyms for vigil

disregard
heedlessness
ignorance
indifference
neglect
negligence

Meanings of vigil

noun
1. An instance of keeping awake during normal sleeping hours, especially to keep watch or pray.
2. A period of observation or surveillance at any hour.
3. The eve of a religious festival in which staying awake is part of the ritual devotions.
4. A quiet demonstration in support of a cause.

Example Sentences

The community held a vigil to honor the memory of the victims.
They stayed up all night in a silent vigil for the missing child.
The soldiers were on vigil throughout the night, guarding the perimeter.
A candlelight vigil was organized to raise awareness about the cause.
Every year, the family observes a vigil for their lost loved ones.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vigil, such as: attention, awareness, disregard, duty, eagle eye, guard, heedlessness.

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