supervision

noun

su·​per·​vi·​sion ˌsü-pər-ˈvi-zhən 

: the action, process, or occupation of supervising

especially : a critical watching and directing (as of activities or a course of action)

Synonyms

• care
• charge
• guidance
• headship
• oversight
• regulation
• stewardship
• superintendence
• superintendency
• surveillance

Examples of supervision in a Sentence

Young children need constant supervision.

She's responsible for the supervision of a large staff.

Recent Examples on the Web

In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, Barr stated his intent to vacate his role as vice chair of supervision while remaining on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors. —Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025

But his decision to leave his role as vice chair of supervision may have been intended to sidestep a legal battle with Mr. Trump. —Deborah B. Solomon, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025

The young primates, which are endangered, require constant supervision and skilled care to survive. —Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025

Demonstrate your ability to meet and exceed goals, solve problems, and work efficiently without needing constant supervision. —Sho Dewan, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

supervision

noun

su·​per·​vi·​sion ˌsü-pər-ˈvizh-ən 

: the act of supervising

especially : a critical watching and directing (as of activities)