oversight

/ˈoʊvərsaɪt/
C1Frequency Level 9Formal
Visual representation of oversight

Noun

oversightSingular
oversightsPlural
1

An unintentional failure to notice or do something; a mistake caused by not paying attention.

The error was due to an oversight on my part.

2

The action of overseeing something; watchful care or management; supervision.

The committee provides oversight of the project to ensure it stays on track.

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