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observation
noun
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Divide observation into syllables:

ob · ser · va · tion

How to pronounce observation:

Definition of observation:

observation (noun):
the act of making and recording a measurement.
an act or instance of observing a custom, rule, or law
detailed examination of something before analysis, diagnosis, or interpretation

Synonyms for observation:

advertency
attention
awareness
care
cognition
cognizance
consciousness
consideration
contemplation
ear
examination
eye
heed
inspection
investigation
knowledge
measure
measurement
measuring
mind
mindfulness
monitoring
note
notice
observance
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Antonyms for observation:

abandon
absent-mindedness
apathy
avoidance
blank
callousness
carelessness
casualness
complacence
dereliction
detachment
disbelief
disdain
disfavor
disfavour
disinclination
disinterest
disinterestedness
dispassionateness
disregard
disrespect
distance
dullness
failure
forgetfulness
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