hawkeyed

Hawkeyed is an English adjective describing someone with exceptionally sharp vision or heightened vigilance. A hawkeyed person notices small details quickly and tends to scrutinize information rather than accepting it at face value.

In modern writing, the common form for a compound modifier before a noun is hawk-eyed (two words, hyphenated). The variant hawkeyed (one word) appears in some texts and names and is understood to carry the same sense, though it is far less frequent in contemporary style guides. Both forms imply keen perception, careful observation, and readiness to detect errors or discrepancies.

Etymology: The term derives from the hawk, an animal renowned for its sharp eyesight. Related phrases include keen-eyed, eagle-eyed, and watchful. In usage, hawkeyed often describes professionals such as editors, inspectors, or investigators, as well as anyone who maintains close surveillance or meticulous standards.

Examples: The hawkeyed editor found multiple inconsistencies in the report. The hawk-eyed security team monitored the crowd for signs of disturbance.