To regard with attention or careful scrutiny, as for the purpose of discovering and noting something; watch; take note of: as, to observe trifles with interest; to observe one's every movement.Specifically To subject to systematic inspection and scrutiny for some scientific or practical purpose: as, to observe natural phenomena for the purpose of ascertaining their laws; to observe meteorological indications for the purpose of forecasting the weather. See observation, 3.To see; perceive; notice; remark; hence, to detect; discover: as, we observed a stranger approaching; to observe one's uneasiness.To notice and remark, or remark upon; refer to in words; say; mention: as, what did you observe?To heed; regard; hence, to regard with respect and deference; treat with respectful attention or consideration; humor.To adhere to and carry out in practice; conform to or comply with; obey: as, to observe the regulations of society; to observe the proprieties.To keep with due ceremonies; celebrate: as, to observe a holiday; to observe the sabbath.Synonyms To eye, survey, scrutinize.Notice, Behold, etc. (see see).Keep, etc. (see celebrate), regard, fulfil, conform to.To be attentive; take note.To remark; comment: generally with upon or on.