Word
supervision
Phoneticssu·per·vi·sion, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌsupɝˈvɪʒən/
UK/suːpəvˈɪʒən/
Definitions
01oversight and management
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of watching over someone or something to make sure work is done right.
n. the act or instance of overseeing a process, person, or organisation to ensure proper performance or conduct.
日本語:監督※
“The children were allowed to use the pool only under adult supervision.”
“The intern was granted more autonomy as the project progressed, though her final reports still required close supervision from the senior partner.”
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02academic tutorial
C1 · Advanced Countable noun British English
n. a meeting between a teacher and a small group of students to discuss their work.
n. a small-group or individual tutorial session, particularly within the British university system, focused on intensive academic discussion.
“I have a supervision at two o'clock to discuss my latest essay.”
“During the weekly supervision, the professor challenged the students to defend their interpretation of the historical data.”
Usage
Commonly used in the context of Oxford and Cambridge universities.
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “supervision” in context.
Verb
01. exercise close supervision over the project
“The manager exercised close supervision over the project to ensure it stayed within budget.”
verb + adj + noun + prep + noun
02. require constant supervision
“The new interns require constant supervision until they become familiar with the safety protocols.”
verb + adj + noun
Adjective
03. minimal supervision
“Senior researchers are expected to work with minimal supervision.”
adj + noun
04. stringent supervision
“The handling of hazardous materials is subject to stringent supervision by federal authorities.”
adj + noun
Noun
05. lack of supervision
“The audit revealed that the financial discrepancies were caused by a lack of supervision.”
noun + of + noun
Preposition
06. under the supervision of a mentor
“Graduate students conduct their initial experiments under the supervision of a mentor.”
prep + noun + prep + noun
07. without adequate supervision
“Young children should not be left in the laboratory without adequate supervision.”
prep + adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“An MBRS analyst, Louise Lawlor, said the MBRS had no difficulty with simulated tests with known quantities of alcohol being conducted under supervision to validate the machine’s accuracy.” “Repeatedly convicted for violating long-term supervision orders and probation conditions.” Etymology
From Latin supervisiō.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- 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.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL 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: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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