Both Uses of
vigilant
in
A Tale of Two Cities
- His scientific knowledge, and his vigilance and skill in conducting ingenious experiments, brought him otherwise into moderate request, and he earned as much as he wanted.†
Chpt 2.6 *
- He devoted himself during the remainder of the evening to keeping a most vigilant watch on Mrs. Cruncher, and sullenly holding her in conversation that she might be prevented from meditating any petitions to his disadvantage.†
Chpt 2.14
Definition:
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(vigilant) carefully observant or attentive -- often to possible danger