Antonyms of adj observant

3 senses of observant

Sense 1
observant -- (paying close attention especially to details)

INDIRECT (VIA attentive) -> inattentive -- (showing a lack of attention or care; "inattentive students"; "an inattentive babysitter")

Sense 2
observant, observing -- (quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception)

INDIRECT (VIA perceptive) -> unperceptive, unperceiving -- (lacking perception; "as unperceptive as a boulder")

Sense 3
law-abiding, observant -- ((of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit")

INDIRECT (VIA lawful) -> unlawful -- (contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law; "unlawful measures"; "unlawful money"; "unlawful hunters")

Similarity of adj observant

3 senses of observant

Sense 1
observant -- (paying close attention especially to details)
       => attentive (vs. inattentive) -- ((often followed by `to') giving care or attention; "attentive to details"; "the nurse was attentive to her patient"; "an attentive suitor")

Sense 2
observant, observing -- (quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception)
       => perceptive (vs. unperceptive) -- (having the ability to perceive or understand; keen in discernment; "a perceptive eye"; "a perceptive observation")

Sense 3
law-abiding, observant -- ((of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs; "law-abiding citizens"; "observant of the speed limit")
       => lawful (vs. unlawful) -- (conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent")