Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Vigil.
Vigil - as a noun
A period of sleeplessness
The rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
watch13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
religious riterite4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
watch13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
surveillance17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The family kept vigil by their loved one's bedside in the hospital."
"The community held a candlelight vigil to honor the victims of the tragedy."
"The soldiers maintained a vigilant vigil throughout the night to protect the camp."
"The security guard was on a nightly vigil to ensure the safety of the building."
"She lit a candle and said a prayer while keeping vigil at the gravesite."
Word Game Points
Is VIGIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, vigil is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VIGIL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is VIGIL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, vigil is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVIGIL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is VIGIL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vigil is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVIGIL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
