The difference between Observant and Vigilant
When used as adjectives, observant means alert and paying close attention, whereas vigilant means watchful, especially for danger or disorder.
check bellow for the other definitions of Observant and Vigilant
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Observant as an adjective:
Alert and paying close attention; watchful.
Examples:
"The observant police officer noticed that my tax disk was out-of-date."
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Observant as an adjective:
Diligently attentive in observing a law, custom, duty or principle; regardful; mindful.
Examples:
"I was normally observant of the local parking restrictions."
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Vigilant as an adjective:
Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary
Examples:
"Be vigilant for signs of disease in your garden."