superintendent — A person who manages or supervises an organization, institution, or particular department
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person who manages or supervises an organization, institution, or particular department
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtendənt/
Example Sentences
- The new superintendent promised to fix the building's ancient elevator that moves slower than a sleepy turtle.
- As superintendent of the city parks, she ensures all facilities are well-maintained.
- The school district hired a new superintendent who used to be a circus ringmaster – perfect training for managing chaos!
superintendent
NOUN[/ˌsuːpərɪnˈtendənt/]
A person who manages or supervises an organization, institution, or particular department
A person who manages or supervises an organization, institution, or particular department
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin superintendere, a compound of super- (above, over) and intendere (to direct attention, to manage). Originally denoted a person who oversees or directs activities from a position of authority.
Breakdown
super- (above, over) + intend- (from Latin intendere, to direct attention) + -ent (agent noun suffix, one who performs an action).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The new superintendent promised to fix the building's ancient elevator that moves slower than a sleepy turtle.”
“As superintendent of the city parks, she ensures all facilities are well-maintained.”
“The school district hired a new superintendent who used to be a circus ringmaster – perfect training for managing chaos!”
“The superintendent conducted a thorough inspection of the hospital facilities.”
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