oversee
0 antonyms and opposites of oversee, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To supervise or take responsibility for a person, project, or process.
How to use oversee
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English ofersēon, built from over- + see.
Full origin of oversee →Frequently asked questions
What does “oversee” mean?
The word “oversee” means to supervise or take responsibility for a person, project, or process. In plain terms, to keep watch over and take responsibility for how something is run.
How do you pronounce “oversee”?
“Oversee” is pronounced oh-vuh-SEE (/ˌoʊ.vɚˈsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “oversee” in a sentence?
Here is “oversee” used in a sentence: “She oversees the entire marketing department.”
What part of speech is “oversee”?
“Oversee” is a verb.
Where does the word “oversee” come from?
The word “oversee” comes from Old English. From Old English ofersēon, built from over- + see.
Is “oversee” a common word?
“Oversee” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “oversee” have?
“Oversee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to supervise or take responsibility for a person, project, or process.