Definition

Not being watched or controlled by someone; free from supervision.

Example

The children played in the park unsupervised while their parents watched from a distance.

Conversation

I can't believe they left the kids unsupervised at the park.

I know, right? That sounds a bit risky.

Yeah, I would worry about them getting into trouble.

Exactly! It's better to have someone keep an eye on them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unspervised → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "supervised" (from Latin "supervisus", meaning to oversee or watch over). The word "unsupervised" means not overseen or not monitored.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being involved in 'overseeing' ('supervised') — that's why unsupervised means not being watched over.

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