Word
Definition
n. the regular act of watching or testing something to make sure it is safe, working, or following rules.
n. the continuous or regular observation of a process, environment, or population to detect signals, movements, or changes in quality.
Examples
“The doctor started constant monitoring of the patient's heart rate.”
“Environmental groups insist on the regular monitoring of water quality in the local river to prevent pollution.”
“Effective project management requires the continuous monitoring of key performance indicators to identify potential bottlenecks before they impact the final delivery schedule.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor started constant monitoring of the patient's heart rate.”
contextual
“Environmental groups insist on the regular monitoring of water quality in the local river to prevent pollution.”
complex
“Effective project management requires the continuous monitoring of key performance indicators to identify potential bottlenecks before they impact the final delivery schedule.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “monitoring” in context.
Verb
01. include monitoring
“The new safety protocols include monitoring the temperature of the equipment every hour.”
verb + noun
02. require monitoring
“Patients with this condition require constant monitoring to ensure their stability.”
verb + noun
Noun
03. monitoring include
“Standard procedures for environmental monitoring include soil and water testing.”
noun + verb
04. monitoring service
05. monitoring programs
06. monitoring showed
07. monitoring the situation
Usage
often used as an uncountable noun in professional or technical contexts.
Real-World Examples
“The International Maritime Organization (IMO) – the United Nations maritime agency – said on Thursday that it was “closely monitoring” the situation and would “continue to support ongoing efforts”, without providing further details.” “Local volunteers monitoring the birds say they have now recorded more than 160 vultures, up from about 20 recorded in 2017.” “The team there, staring intently at their screens as data poured in, were monitoring all of the spacecraft's systems, from navigation to life support.” Etymology
From monitor + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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