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Supervisory
/ˌsuːpərˈvaɪzəri/
relating to supervision
The supervisory board approved the new policy.
The board responsible for overseeing operations approved the new policy.
Business
formal
Relating to the act of supervising or overseeing work, activities, or a group of people.
She holds a supervisory position in the company.
She is in a role where she oversees the work of others.
The supervisory role requires strong communication skills.
The position of overseeing others demands effective communication.
Often used in corporate, organizational, or managerial contexts to describe roles or functions.
Collocations
supervisory rolea position involving oversight of otherssupervisory dutiesresponsibilities related to managing or guiding otherssupervisory boarda group that oversees an organization's operations
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Pro Tip
Avoid Redundancy
Do not pair 'supervisory' with 'overseeing' (e.g., 'supervisory overseeing'). Use one or the other for clarity.
Gold Rule
Contextual Appropriateness
Use 'supervisory' in formal or professional contexts where the role or function involves oversight. Avoid using it in casual conversations.
Word Origin
From Latin *supervidēre* (to oversee), combining *super-* (over) + *vidēre* (to see). The suffix *-ory* indicates 'relating to' or 'pertaining to'. First recorded in English in the early 17th century.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts such as corporate governance, human resources, and organizational structures. Avoid using in informal settings where simpler terms like 'boss' or 'manager' may suffice.
Word Breakdown
super-
over or above
prefix-vis-
to see
root-ory
relating to
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