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vigilant

/ˈvɪdʒələnt/

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1 · adjective

carefully watching for danger or problems

警觉的；警惕的

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Park rangers remain vigilant during the dry season because fires can spread quickly.
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旱季里，公园巡护员保持警惕，因为火势可能迅速蔓延。
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Pronunciation: /ˈvɪdʒələnt/

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