alertness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the process of paying close and continuous attention
  2. noun a state of readiness to respond
  3. noun lively attentiveness

Etymology

From alert + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

watchfulness, wakefulness, vigilance

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