Supervisory — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈsü-pər-ˌvī-zər/ su·per·vi·sor

Meaning & Definition of Supervisory

Supervisory (noun)

  1. one that supervises; especially, an administrative officer in charge of a business, government, or school unit or operation

Supervisory (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. suited for or relating to the directing of things

    "was promoted to a supervisory position with several assistants working under him"

    similar: administrative, directorial, executive, managerial
    related: bureaucratic, governmental, ministerial, official, parliamentary, regulatory, authoritarian, despotic, dictatorial
    opposite: nonmanagerial, nonsupervisory

Related Entry: Supervisor (noun)

Supervisor is a different word from Supervisory. The synonyms below are for supervisor, not for supervisory.

  1. a person who manages or directs something

    "the salesclerk said she would have to ask her supervisor if I could return the defective CD without a receipt"

    similar: administrant, administrator, archon, director, exec, executive, manager, superintendent
    related: codirector, comanager, co-organizer, middle manager, boardman, officer, official, commissioner, minister, boss, chief, head, leader, president

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Supervisory

The most common words with a similar meaning to Supervisory:

administrative, directorial, executive, managerial

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Supervisory

Words with the opposite meaning of Supervisory:

nonmanagerial, nonsupervisory

Related Words for Supervisory

bureaucratic, governmental, ministerial, official, parliamentary, regulatory, authoritarian, despotic, dictatorial

Word Forms of Supervisory

Derived words: supervisory (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Supervisory

Middle English, from Medieval Latin, from supervidēre

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Supervisory

What does "Supervisory" mean?

"Supervisory" means one that supervises; especially, an administrative officer in charge of a business, government, or school unit or operation. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: one that supervises; especially, an administrative officer in charge of a business, government, or school unit or operation.

What is another word for "Supervisory"?

Other words for "Supervisory" include administrative, directorial, executive and managerial. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Supervisory" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Supervisory"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Supervisory". Common alternatives include administrative, directorial, executive and managerial.

What is the opposite of "Supervisory"?

Antonyms of "Supervisory" include nonmanagerial and nonsupervisory.

How do you use "Supervisory" in a sentence?

Examples of "Supervisory" in a sentence: "was promoted to a supervisory position with several assistants working under him".

Is "Supervisory" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Supervisory" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Supervisory"?

"Supervisory" is pronounced /ˈsü-pər-ˌvī-zər/ and divided into syllables as su·per·vi·sor.

What is the origin of the word "Supervisory"?

"Supervisory" comes from Middle English, from Medieval Latin, from supervidēre. First known use: 15th century.