supervisory
Supervisory (adj) means relating to the role of supervising others. Example: “She was promoted to a supervisory position.”
How to use supervisory
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with managing or overseeing other people's work.
Word forms
more supervisory comparative, most supervisory superlative
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She was promoted to a _____ position.
Etymology
From supervise + -ory.
Rhymes for supervisory
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What does “supervisory” mean?
The word “supervisory” means relating to the role of supervising others. In plain terms, having to do with managing or overseeing other people's work.
How do you use “supervisory” in a sentence?
Here is “supervisory” used in a sentence: “She was promoted to a supervisory position.”
What part of speech is “supervisory”?
“Supervisory” is an adjective.
Is “supervisory” a common word?
“Supervisory” is an uncommon word in modern English.