What is another word for watchers?

Pronunciation: [wˈɒt͡ʃəz] (IPA)

The word "watchers" can be replaced with several synonyms such as observers, onlookers, spectators, witnesses, viewers, surveillance personnel, sentinels, monitors, guards, and watchmen. These words give an alternative meaning to the individuals who are observing events or places. For example, sentinels and guards imply a sense of protection while observers and witnesses suggest gathering information and recording events. Whereas, spectators and viewers suggest a more passive role of watching, whereas, surveillance personnel and monitors are active in their observation. The use of synonyms helps in improving one's vocabulary and also adds richness to one's communication style.

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Usage examples for Watchers

The Sergeant found a thousand eager watchers in the Square when he arrived.
"The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories"
Charles Weathers Bump
Most of the watchers fled to their homes.
"My Lady of the Chimney Corner"
Alexander Irvine
Then the watchers saw a movement at the flame-hung door.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey

Famous quotes with Watchers

  • We've had a series of major news stories that have brought in viewers who either were sampling to see what else was available or were normal news watchers. The Florida recount and the end of the election was a huge development. And then 9/11 came along.
    Brit Hume
  • Clock watchers never seem to be having a good time.
    James Cash Penney
  • It is true that prosperity has many close friends; poverty, on the other hand, has only distant watchers!
    Mehmet Murat ildan
  • Self-awareness and self-consciousness are entirely different. When I am “self-conscious,” it is really someone else’s eyes that are watching, judging, and criticizing me. … It is these eyes that must be put out if I am to make sense of and remain in touch with my true self. And when we fail to find symbolic ways of destroying the watchers by becoming our own true witness, then the parents or authorities are sometimes literally killed.
    Sam Keen
  • We live our little life; but Heaven is above us and all around and close to us; and Eternity is before us and behind us; and suns and stars are silent witnesses and watchers over us. We are enfolded by Infinity.
    Albert Pike

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