supervision
noun/ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/
Frequency rank: #4,576 most common English word
Meaning
the act of watching over and directing someone or something to ensure proper conduct or performance.
Example sentence
The children completed the science experiment under the teacher's supervision.
Synonyms & related words
- oversight
- guidance
- management
- monitoring
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