Word adjective
supervised
adj.
US /ˈsupɝˌvaɪzd/ UK /sˈuːpəvˌaɪzd/ su·per·vised
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
done while someone in charge watches you to make sure everything is safe and correct.
occurring under the oversight or direction of a person in authority to ensure compliance or safety.
Simple“The children are allowed to use the swimming pool only during supervised hours.”
In context“The internship provides a supervised environment where medical students can practice clinical skills under the direct observation of senior consultants.”
UsageOften used to describe activities, study sessions, or visits.
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Real-world usage
“He also faces a penalty of between five years of supervised release and lifetime supervised release, along with a fine of up to $250,000.”
“He published more than 140 papers and supervised dozens of researchers.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated