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    Vigil

    /ˈvɪdʒɪl/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A period of staying awake during the time usually spent asleep, especially to keep watch or pray.
    The community held a vigil for the victims of the tragedy.
    A gathering held to honor or commemorate someone who has died.
    They organized a candlelight vigil in memory of their beloved friend.
    An alert watchfulness.
    The soldiers maintained a vigil over the base to ensure no threats approached.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Latin 'vigil', meaning 'sleepless, awake'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    vigilante:
    A member of a self-appointed group of citizens who undertake law enforcement without legal authority.
    keep vigil:
    To remain awake during the time usually spent asleep, often to sit by someone's side.

    Related Words

    watched
    To observe attentively.
    surveillance
    Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal.
    prayer
    A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God.

    Slang Meanings

    Candlelight vigil
    We are organizing a candlelight vigil to raise awareness for climate change.
    Vigilante justice
    Some people believe in vigilante justice when the legal system fails.