She was an observant poet.
"Observant" is an adjective that describes someone who is quick to perceive things or pays close attention to detail.
1. Quick to notice things.2. Following the rules of a religious community (and observant Jew, an observant Hindu, etc.)
Yes, the adjective observant usually means keen-eyed or perceptive.
She was very observant and noticed the small details that others often overlooked.
Observant is an adjective. Observing is a verb
· observant · optimistic · outgoing · outstanding
Because that's why they're called observant.
Mary was very observant to the rules of her new church.
She was always observant of the little details that others tended to overlook.
Observant:Those of many religious faiths are observant of the Sabbath and other holy days.Observance:Jews may show respect for God through observance of Shabbat.
Another word for observant would be attentive. You could also say mindful or perceptive.