Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vigil
noun
/ˈvɪdʒ.ɪl/
Definition
A period of watchful attention or a gathering held to keep awake and observe something.
Examples
- They held a candlelight vigil in memory of the victims.
- The security team kept a vigil to ensure the area was safe at night.
Meaning
A vigil is often an event or a time spent awake to keep watch, usually for a specific purpose such as honoring someone who has passed away or staying alert for certain occurrences.
Synonyms
- watch
- observance
- surveillance
- guard
