Observer
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A person who watches or notices something, especially someone sent to monitor proceedings or events without participating. One who makes systematic or scientific observations.
“International observers monitored the election to ensure fair and democratic procedures were followed.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/əbˈzɜːvə/
Syllables
ob·serv·er
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Wordle
Eight letters with pattern OBS-; contains four vowels (O, E, E)
Scrabble
Worth 13 points; noun form with -ER suffix denoting a person who observes
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