supervision

Definitions

The action or process of watching and directing what someone does or how something is done.

The management or oversight of a person, group, or organization.

Examples

The construction project is being carried out under the strict supervision of a licensed engineer.

Children should always be under adult supervision when playing near the swimming pool.

The intern completed her tasks with minimal supervision after the first few weeks of training.

Synonyms

oversight management direction superintendence control guidance surveillance

Antonyms

neglect abandonment independence autonomy disregard inattention freedom