Definition

The act of overseeing or managing someone or something to ensure that tasks are done correctly and safely.

Example

The teacher's supervision helped the students stay focused during the project.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new project at work that requires supervision?

Yeah, I heard it's going to be a big task for the team.

I wonder how much supervision we will actually need to get it done right.

Probably quite a bit, especially with all the new people joining.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supervision → It is formed from "super-" (meaning over or above) and "videre" (meaning to see). The word "supervision" means the act of overseeing or watching over something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'seeing' ('videre') something 'from above' ('super-') — that's why supervision means overseeing.

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