observed
observed — 形容詞
- observedpositive
- more observedcomparative
- most observedsuperlative
1. Describes data, facts, or behaviour that scientists have seen and recorded durin
觀察到的
經由科學研究觀察記錄的
Describes data, facts, or behaviour that scientists have seen and recorded during a study or experiment, rather than assumed or predicted.
The observed rise in ocean temperature matches the climate models.
觀察到的海洋溫度上升與氣候模型吻合。
observed + noun phrase (scientific data)
Scientists compared the observed results with their earlier predictions.
科學家將觀察到的結果與先前的預測進行比較。
The observed behaviour of the rats changed after the food moved to a new spot.
在食物移到新位置後，老鼠那被觀察到的行為發生了變化。
observed behaviour (animal study context)
In the clinical trial, the observed effect was small but consistent across all age groups.
在臨床試驗中，觀察到的效果雖小，但在所有年齡組中表現一致。
- observed data
- observed effect
- observed behaviour
- observed change
- observed difference
- recorded
suggests the information was written down or stored; more neutral than 'observed'
- documented
implies formal, often written, evidence
- measured
emphasises quantitative data obtained through instruments
- unobserved
not seen or recorded
- predicted
expected to happen but not yet confirmed by observation
用法筆記
Frequently used in academic writing to distinguish empirical findings from theoretical predictions. Typically paired with nouns like 'data', 'effect', 'change', or 'difference'.
2. Describes a ritual, custom, practice, or standard that is traditionally maintain
習俗的；慣例
依傳統或慣例實行的
Describes a ritual, custom, practice, or standard that is traditionally maintained and followed within a particular community or setting — for example, the customary silence in a library, or a convention that is established by tradition rather than written rules.
Observed silence in the reading room is a rule everyone follows without being reminded.
閱覽室內保持安靜是一項約定俗成的規定，不需提醒大家都會遵守。
observed silence (customary practice)
Annual harvest festivals are an observed tradition in many farming communities around the world.
一年一度的豐收慶典是許多農業社群中由來已久的傳統。
observed tradition (established by convention)
The observed formalities of the ceremony include bowing twice before entering the hall.
按照慣例，這場典禮的儀式包括進門前鞠躬兩次。
At the royal wedding, every observed ritual carried centuries of cultural meaning.
在皇家婚禮上，每一個按照慣例進行的儀式都承載著數百年的文化意涵。
- observed silence
- observed tradition
- observed ritual
- observed formality
- observed practice
- customary
very close in meaning; more common in everyday language
- traditional
suggests long-standing practice passed through generations
- established
implies a practice is firmly in place, whether by tradition or formal rule
- conventional
suggests what is normally done according to social expectations
- unconventional
not following the usual customs or norms
- unheard-of
so unusual that it has no established precedent
用法筆記
Unlike verb senses such as 'WATCH CAREFULLY' or 'NOTICE', this adjective sense does not describe an act of seeing. It modifies nouns directly and describes what is traditional or established by convention within a group.
observed — 動詞
- observedpresent simple I / you / we / they
- observeds3rd person singular
- observeding-ing form
- observededpast simple
1. If someone or something is observed, they are deliberately watched over a period
被觀察
被仔細觀看以了解情況
If someone or something is observed, they are deliberately watched over a period of time — for instance, by a researcher, doctor, or investigator who wants to understand what they do, how they behave, or what happens to them.
Asher was observed leaving the building just before nine o'clock on Tuesday morning.
Asher 在星期二早上九點前被看到離開大樓。
be observed + -ing clause (someone seen doing something)
The children were observed at play for three months as part of the language development study.
這些兒童在語言發展研究中被觀察遊戲行為長達三個月。
be observed + at + noun (context of activity)
The patient was observed to have an irregular heartbeat during the stress test.
該病患在壓力測試中被觀察到心跳不規則。
be observed + to-infinitive (formal medical context)
Cyrus was observed through a one-way mirror while he played with the new building blocks.
Cyrus 在玩新積木時，被透過單面鏡觀察。
Every participant in the trial was observed closely for signs of improvement or side effects.
試驗中的每位參與者都被密切觀察，以尋找改善或副作用的跡象。
- observed closely
- observed carefully
- observed over time
- observed under controlled conditions
- overlooked
not noticed or watched
- ignored
deliberately not watched or paid attention to
文法句型
be observed + noun phrase
be observed + -ing clause
be observed + to-infinitive
用法筆記
Frequently used in the passive voice in scientific, medical, and investigative reporting. The subject of the active verb ('The researcher observed the birds') becomes the agent in a 'by' phrase or is omitted entirely. The -ing pattern ('was observed crossing the road') describes what the subject was seen doing; the to-infinitive pattern ('was observed to vary') reports a general finding or tendency.
常見錯誤
2. If something is observed, it is noticed or seen, usually because someone is payi
被注意到
經由留意而看到或發現
If something is observed, it is noticed or seen, usually because someone is paying careful attention to details that might otherwise be missed.
A small crack was observed in the wall behind the kitchen cabinet during the inspection.
檢查時在廚房櫥櫃後方的牆上發現了一道小裂縫。
be observed + noun phrase (something seen)
It was observed that the flowers opened earlier this year than in the previous three seasons.
有人注意到今年的花比前三個季節開得早。
it was observed + that-clause (impersonal passive)
No major differences were observed between the two teaching methods after six months.
六個月後，兩種教學方法之間沒有觀察到重大差異。
A sudden drop in the water level was observed by villagers living near the lake.
住在湖邊的村民觀察到水位突然下降。
It was quickly observed by the nurse that the wound was not healing as expected.
護士很快發現傷口癒合的情況不如預期。
it was observed by [person] + that-clause
- observed a change
- observed a difference
- observed an increase
- observed that
- missed
not seen or noticed despite being present
- overlooked
not given attention when it should have been
文法句型
be observed + noun phrase
it was observed + that-clause
用法筆記
The impersonal 'it was observed that...' pattern is common in formal, academic, and professional writing. Unlike the WATCH CAREFULLY sense, this sense does not imply deliberate, prolonged surveillance — it reports that someone became aware of something through attention.
常見錯誤
3. If something is observed, it is said or stated as a comment, opinion, or observa
評論道
以口頭或書面方式陳述意見
If something is observed, it is said or stated as a comment, opinion, or observation about a situation — for example, a critic observing that a film is too long, or a speaker remarking on an unexpected turn of events.
It was observed by the film critic that the director's style had changed noticeably over the past decade.
影評人指出導演在過去十年中的風格有了明顯的轉變。
it was observed by [person] + that-clause (formal comment)
During the debate, it was observed that both candidates agreed on the need for better public transport.
辯論中有人指出兩位候選人都認同需要更好的公共交通。
The teacher observed to the class that practice alone does not guarantee improvement without proper feedback.
老師對全班說，光靠練習而不加上適當的回饋並不能保證進步。
Putri observed that the recipe tasted much better when she used fresh herbs instead of dried ones.
Putri 指出，用新鮮香草代替乾燥香草做出來的食譜好吃多了。
- observed that
- observed to
- as one observer observed
文法句型
it was observed + that-clause
be observed + to be
用法筆記
In the active voice ('She observed that...'), this sense overlaps with 'remark' or 'comment'. In the passive ('It was observed that...'), it is often used in formal meeting minutes, reports, or scholarly writing. The subject of 'observed' in this sense is a person making a statement, not a thing being seen.
常見錯誤
4. If a law, rule, custom, or tradition is observed, it is obeyed, followed, or per
遵守；奉行
遵循法律、規則或習俗
If a law, rule, custom, or tradition is observed, it is obeyed, followed, or performed as expected by the people who are part of that community, institution, or society.
The two-minute silence was observed across the entire country on Remembrance Day.
陣亡將士紀念日當天，全國上下舉行了兩分鐘的默哀。
be observed (custom/tradition followed in public)
Strict safety protocols were observed by the construction crew after the accident last spring.
去年春天事故發生後，建築團隊嚴格遵守了安全規範。
Bao's family observed Lunar New Year with a large dinner and gifts for all the children.
Bao 的家人以豐盛的晚餐和送給所有孩子的禮物來慶祝農曆新年。
The rules of the competition were observed by every team throughout the entire season.
整個賽季中，每支隊伍都遵守了比賽規則。
be observed (rules followed)
In many countries, a moment of silence is observed before the start of important public ceremonies.
許多國家在重要的公開典禮開始前，都會舉行片刻的默哀。
- observed a law
- observed a custom
- observed a tradition
- observed silence
- observed a holiday
文法句型
be observed + noun phrase
用法筆記
Unlike the WATCH CAREFULLY sense, this sense does not involve seeing or watching. The object is always a rule, custom, law, or tradition — never a person or physical object. Common in discussions of religious practices, legal compliance, and cultural ceremonies.
常見錯誤
同根字
- observe動詞B2
- observer名詞B2
- observation名詞B2
- observational形容詞C1
- observable形容詞C1
- observably副詞C1
- observant形容詞C1
- observance名詞C1
- unobserved形容詞C2