The action or process of closely observing or monitoring something or someone
“We have arrived at several conclusions from our observation of their behavior.”
A state of consciousness or knowledge of something
“It has come to my observation that you've been listening to One Direction quite a lot lately.”
A statement based on something one has seen, heard, or noticed
“Allow me to proffer a general observation on your flawed strategy.”
The state or fact of meeting or abiding by rules or standards
“All members must adhere to strict observation of the rules of the establishment.”
The organization, identification, and interpretation of sensory information
The act, art or result of assessing or reviewing something
An instance of keeping awake during normal sleeping hours
The protective care or guardianship of someone or something
Vision or the faculty of sight
The action of mentioning or alluding to something
The action or process of identifying the presence of something concealed or subtle
Information, typically having military, political or commercial value
Intuitive understanding and insight
Serious thought or consideration
Prudence or tact in one's behavior or speech
A short informal letter or written message
A statement or principle having general rather than specific validity or force
An inconsequential remark made as part of a polite conversation
The collection of information, especially of military, political or commercial value
Very brief broadcast statement
The acquisition of knowledge through observation, induction, and practicality
Ability of a program to examine at runtime the type or properties of an object
The expression and exchange of individual ideas through talking with other people
Writings published on a particular subject, typically academic in nature
A traditional or accepted way of behaving, specific to a particular society, place, or time
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