Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Oversight.
How to pronounce oversight:
UK
Oversight - as a noun
An unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inadvertenceManagement by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
superintendencesupervisingsupervisionHypernyms (Closely Related)
directionmanagementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Oversight - as a verb
To oversee; to supervise.
(wiktionary and wmf jargon) to suppress content in a way that removes or minimizes its visibility or viewability.
Example Sentences
"There was a lack of oversight in the company's financial department."
"The committee's oversight of the project ensured its success."
"The government agency is responsible for the oversight of environmental regulations."
"The CEO blamed the oversight for the company's declining profits."
"The accountant made an oversight and forgot to include an important expense."
Word Game Points
Is OVERSIGHT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oversight is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERSIGHT has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is OVERSIGHT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oversight is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERSIGHT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is OVERSIGHT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oversight is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERSIGHT has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.