watch
Third Person
watches
Present Participle
watching
Past Tense
watched
Past Participle
watched
1
to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time
transitive
- He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset.
- She sat on the park bench and watched the children play in the playground.
- The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play.
- The circus act was impressive and entertaining to watch.
- I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends.
2
to actively pay attention and observe in order to notice any changes or developments
transitive
- She watched the stock market closely, monitoring the prices of her investments.
- The court case is being closely watched by the media.
- The nurse will watch the patient overnight to monitor their condition.
- The security guard watched the surveillance footage, looking for any suspicious activity.
- The teacher watched the students during the exam, ensuring they didn't cheat.
Synonyms:
4
to take care of and look after someone or something for a period of time
transitive
- Can you watch my dog for the weekend?
- Can you watch my plants while I'm away on vacation?
- I will watch the children while you're out for dinner.
- I'll watch your belongings while you go grab some food.
- Please watch the pot of boiling water to prevent it from overflowing.
Synonyms:
5
to observe and monitor someone's activities over an extended period without their knowledge
transitive
- A private investigator was hired to watch a cheating spouse and gather evidence.
- The police were watching the known gang members closely.
- The spy watched the target's house for any signs of suspicious activity.
- The undercover agent was assigned to watch the criminal organization.
- Unbeknownst to him, his every move was being watched by the private investigator.
6
to stay awake during the night, especially in order to do something
- The dedicated scientist watched many nights in the laboratory, conducting experiments and analyzing data.
- The devout worshipper watched whole nights in the church, seeking divine guidance and strength.