Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
observer
noun
/əbˈzɜːrvər/
Definition
A person who watches or notices something.
Examples
- As an observer of human behavior, she noted the subtle interactions between people.
- The scientist acted as an observer during the experiment to gather data.
- Many observers attended the conference to learn about the latest research findings.
Meaning
An observer is someone who pays attention to events or activities, often to gain insight or understanding.
Synonyms
- watcher
- onlooker
- spectator
- witness
- bystander