Meaning & use

supervising

verb·Academic

Overseeing and directing the work or activities of other people to ensure it is done correctly.

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She spent her first year supervising a small team of new interns.

The foreman is responsible for supervising safety procedures on the construction site.

A note on using this word

Supervising implies active, ongoing oversight of people or a process, unlike 'managing,' which can include broader administrative duties.

Words with a similar meaning

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