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monitorial

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmɒnɪtɔːrɪəl/

KK: /ˈmɒnɪtɔːrɪəl/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or performed by monitors, often used in contexts where oversight or supervision is involved.


Example

The monitorial system in the school helps students stay on track with their studies.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the monitorial reports from our project last week?
Sloth B
Yeah, they really highlight our progress, don’t they?
Sloth A
Exactly! I think having monitorial updates keeps everyone on track.
Sloth B
For sure, it makes our goals clear and measurable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
observational
supervisory
watchful
Antonyms
neglectful
unobservant
careless
Root Explanation

Monitorial → It is formed from "monitor" (from Latin "monitor", meaning one who warns or advises) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word "monitorial" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of monitoring or advising.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'monitor' as someone who 'warns' or 'advises' — and the '-ial' means it's related to that action. This helps you remember that 'monitorial' pertains to the act of monitoring or advising.

Visually Confused Words
admonitorial
motorial
mentorial
noneditorial
monsignorial
consistorial
admonitorily
volitorial
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