supervise

UK: ˈsuːpəvaɪz | US: ˈsuːpərvaɪz

Definition
  1. vt. to oversee, direct, or manage work, people, or processes

  2. vt. to monitor or ensure compliance with rules or standards

Structure
super <above>vise <see>
Etymology

The word "supervise" combines Latin roots to literally mean "see above" or "oversee." It entered English in the late 15th century through Medieval Latin supervisus, reflecting the idea of authoritative observation. The morpheme super implies hierarchy, while vise retains its core meaning of visual scrutiny, together forming a concept of managerial oversight.

Examples
  1. The manager will supervise the new interns during their training.

  2. Teachers must supervise students during lab experiments for safety.

  3. The project was completed under the architect’s careful supervision.

  4. Parents should supervise young children near swimming pools.

  5. Regulatory agencies supervise financial institutions to prevent fraud.