supervision

noun

su·​per·​vi·​sion ˌsü-pər-ˈvi-zhən 

: the action, process, or occupation of supervising

especially : a critical watching and directing (as of activities or a course of action)

Synonyms of supervision

• oversight
• stewardship
• management
• control
• guidance
• superintendence
• leadership

Examples of supervision in a Sentence

Young children need constant supervision.

She's responsible for the supervision of a large staff.

Recent Examples on the Web

Traditionally, it is administered under close medical supervision − more like a course of medication than an at-home lifestyle change. —Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026

Chapter 13 requires you to commit to a three- to five-year repayment schedule under court supervision. —Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026

In the case of the two priests under Jeż’s supervision, the Catholic Church did conduct internal investigations and reported the priests to authorities. —ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026

Cortina later filed a lawsuit in May 2025 against LMDC Chief Jerry Collins and Branson seeking damages for assault, excessive force and negligent hiring and supervision of Branson. —Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for supervision

• cablevision
• circumcision
• imprecision
• indecision
• subdivision
• television
• abscission
• collision
• decision
• derision
• division
• elision

Kids Definition

supervision

noun

su·​per·​vi·​sion ˌsü-pər-ˈvizh-ən 

: the act of supervising

especially : a critical watching and directing (as of activities)