Vigilado (en. Watched)

/bi.xiˈla.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Definition: That is under observation.

Example sentence: The suspect is being monitored by the police.

El sospechoso está vigilado por la policía.

Definition: That is under a regime of control or supervision.

Example sentence: The prisoners are constantly monitored.

Los prisioneros son vigilados constantemente.

Definition: That is the object of special attention or care.

Example sentence: The facilities have been monitored since the security team's arrival.

Las instalaciones han sido vigiladas tras la llegada del equipo de seguridad.

Etymology: From the verb 'to monitor', which comes from the Latin 'vigilare'.

Common phrase: to be monitored

Common phrase meaning: To be under someone's observation.

estar vigilado

Common phrase: permanent surveillance

Common phrase meaning: Control that is carried out continuously.

vigilancia permanente

Related word: surveillance

Related word description: Careful observation to prevent problems.

vigilancia

Related word: watcher

Related word description: Person responsible for monitoring or supervision.

vigilante

Related word: lookout

Related word description: Person who observes from a high place.

vigía

Slang meaning: To be in the spotlight

Slang example: He is under the authorities' watch due to his suspicious behavior.

Está en la mira de las autoridades por su conducta sospechosa.

Slang meaning: To have an eye on

Slang example: I always keep an eye on my employees to ensure productivity.

Siempre tengo el ojo encima de mis empleados para asegurar la productividad.