watched

[wɒtʃt]

watched Definition

• 1. to look at or observe attentively over a period of time
• 2. to be careful or cautious

Using watched: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "watched" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She watched the sunset from her balcony.

• Example

  He watched the game with great interest.

• Example

  I watched as the car drove away.

• Example

  Watch your step on the icy pavement.

watched Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for watched

• observe
• monitor
• survey
• view
• gaze

Antonyms for watched

• ignore
• neglect

Phrases with watched

• watch someone's back

  to protect or support someone, especially in a difficult situation

  Example

  I'll watch your back while you make the presentation.

• watch the clock

  to keep checking the time to make sure that you are not late for something

  Example

  I had to watch the clock to make sure I didn't miss my train.

• watch your mouth

  to be careful about what you say, especially when talking to someone in authority

  Example

  You need to watch your mouth when you're talking to the boss.

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Summary: watched in Brief

The verb 'watched' [wɒtʃt] means to observe attentively over a period of time or to be careful. It can be used in various contexts, such as watching a sunset, watching a game, or watching your step. The phrase 'watch someone's back' means to protect or support someone, 'watch the clock' means to keep checking the time, and 'watch your mouth' means to be careful about what you say.