English · Common Verbs
supervise
/ˈsuːpəvaɪz/
[/ˈsuːpəvaɪz/]
oversee work
Advancedverb
Definition
To watch a person or activity to make sure things are done correctly.
Example
A senior nurse will supervise the new trainees during their first month on the ward.
A senior nurse will supervise the new trainees during their first month on the ward.
Etymology
From medieval Latin 'supervidere' (to oversee), from 'super-' and 'videre'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in workplaces, education, and safety contexts.