Pronunciation: /suːpərˈvɪʒən/
noun the process of overseeing and managing a project or activity
A1 Children should always be under adult supervision when playing outside.
A2 The lifeguard kept a close supervision on the swimmers in the pool.
B1 Employees are required to work under the supervision of their manager.
B2 The construction project was completed successfully under the supervision of the experienced engineer.
C1 The research study was conducted under the careful supervision of the leading expert in the field.
C2 The CEO provided direct supervision to the company's top executives during the merger process.
formal Under the close supervision of the project manager, the team was able to complete the task ahead of schedule.
informal My mom keeps a close eye on me when I'm cooking, it's like constant supervision in the kitchen.
slang I can't believe my boss is always breathing down my neck, it's like I'm under constant supervision at work.
figurative The artist felt like her creativity was stifled under the strict supervision of the art director.
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