Supervise
To oversee and direct the performance of a task or activity; to watch over and guide others to ensure the work is done correctly.
verbSupervise
To oversee and direct the performance of a task or activity; to watch over and guide others to ensure the work is done correctly.
verbImagine This
Picture a factory supervisor pacing the production line, glancing at each workstation and giving brief directions so every worker stays on schedule and safe.
Sounds Like
SOO-pər-vyze
Looks Like
supervisor
Remember This
Originating from Latin videre 'to see' with over- (over). The related noun 'supervision' and the noun 'supervisor' share the same root.
Other Forms
Connect With
oversee, oversight, supervisor, supervision, management
Note
Commonly used for managing people, not just tasks. Avoid confusing with 'oversee' as a synonym; 'supervise' emphasizes direct oversight of people or processes.