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The lifeguard's alertness helped keep swimmers safe.
What does Alertness mean?
Careful attention to what is happening.
Dictionary definition
The state of paying close attention and being ready to notice changes.
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Alertness is important when crossing a busy street.
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Good alertness means noticing changes quickly.
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uh · lurt · nis · strongest beat: lurt
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WordAlertness.
Partnoun.
MeaningAlertness means Careful attention to what is happening.
ExampleExample: The lifeguard's alertness helped keep swimmers safe.
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- Syllables
- uh · lurt · nis
- Strongest beat
- lurt
- Ending
- nis
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on lurt.
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Synonyms
Words like Alertness
watchfulnessUse for careful attention to what is happening.
awarenessUse for knowing and noticing things around you.
Antonyms
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drowsinessUse when someone is sleepy.
inattentionUse when someone is not paying attention.
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