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View usage for: (oʊvəʳsaɪt) Word forms: plural oversights1. countable nounIf there has been an oversight, someone has forgotten to do something which they should have done. William was angered and embarrassed by his oversight. By an unfortunate oversight, full instructions do not come with the product. Synonyms: mistake, error, slip, fault More Synonyms of oversight 2. uncountable nounIf someone has oversight of a process or system, they are responsible for making sure that it works efficiently and correctly. ...a new system, where there'll be greater oversight of doctors. [+ of] I had the oversight of their collection of books and manuscripts. The U.N. will also be given a loose oversight role. Synonyms: supervision, keeping, control, charge More Synonyms of oversight oversight in British English (ˈəʊvəˌsaɪt) noun1. an omission or mistake, esp one made through failure to notice something oversight in American English (ˈoʊvərˌsaɪt) noun1. a superintendence; supervision, esp. when careful or vigilant 2. an unintentional, careless mistake or omission Examples of 'oversight' in a sentenceoversight It said that the regime was now lawful after proper oversight was put in place last year.It requires proper oversight and meaningful intervention.It strengthens, safeguards and enhances judicial oversight.On financial stability, he suggested a new systemic risk oversight body led by the government.The establishment of independent oversight is definitely an improvement.Junior doctors used to see their patients at least twice a day and provided oversight.Some campaigners said that judicial oversight was required to end misuse.Its regulatory oversight guarantees strict financial accountability.When it was closely examined it was discovered it was a sorry oversight on his part.The bank has been given an oversight role to tighten the scheme if necessary.There was a lack of proper risk management oversight.For that to happen there must be independent oversight of an independence referendum.It must team up with more established charities that provide oversight and guidance.We offer our sincere apologies for this oversight on our part. Proper oversight should have spotted poor management of the investigation.The public would also welcome an effective system of oversight of ethics, probity and competence.The role was designed to ensure judicial oversight, enforce standards and increase accountability.Nearly half blamed an oversight, while one in ten motorists claimed they could not afford the premiums.New regulatory oversight was enacted.Unlikely, but a transparent process with Judicial oversight would be essential. In other languagesoversight British English: oversight / ˈəʊvəˌsaɪt/ NOUNoverseeing In business, oversight of a system or process is the responsibility for making sure that it works efficiently and correctly. He was given oversight of the global automotive business. - American English: oversight supervision
- Arabic: إشْرَافٌ
- Brazilian Portuguese: supervisão
- Chinese: 监督
- Croatian: nadzor
- Czech: dohled
- Danish: opsyn
- Dutch: toezicht
- European Spanish: supervisión
- Finnish: valvonta
- French: surveillance
- German: Aufsicht
- Greek: εποπτεία
- Italian: supervisione
- Japanese: 監督 supervision
- Korean: 감독
- Norwegian: oppsyn
- Polish: nadzór kontrola
- European Portuguese: supervisão
- Romanian: supraveghere
- Russian: надзор
- Latin American Spanish: supervisión
- Swedish: tillsyn
- Thai: การดูแลตรวจตรา
- Turkish: gözetim
- Ukrainian: контроль
- Vietnamese: sự giám sát
British English: oversight / ˈəʊvəˌsaɪt/ NOUNmistake If there has been an oversight, someone has forgotten to do something which they should have done. By an unfortunate oversight, full instructions do not come with the product. - American English: oversight mistake
- Arabic: سَهْوٌّ
- Brazilian Portuguese: descuido
- Chinese: 疏忽
- Croatian: previd
- Czech: přehlédnutí
- Danish: uagtsomhed
- Dutch: onoplettendheid
- European Spanish: descuido
- Finnish: erehdys
- French: inadvertance
- German: Versehen
- Greek: απροσεξία
- Italian: svista
- Japanese: 見落とし mistake
- Korean: 부주의
- Norwegian: forglemmelse
- Polish: przeoczenie błąd
- European Portuguese: descuido
- Romanian: omisiune
- Russian: недосмотр
- Latin American Spanish: descuido
- Swedish: förbiseende
- Thai: ความผิดพลาดเพราะละเลยหรือไม่สังเกต
- Turkish: hata
- Ukrainian: недогляд
- Vietnamese: sự sơ suất
Chinese translation of 'oversight' n (c) -
疏忽 (shūhū) due to an oversight 由于(於)疏忽 (yóuyú shūhū)
Definition a mistake caused by not noticing something By an unfortunate oversight, full instructions do not come with the product. Synonyms boob (British, slang) delinquency goof (informal) bloomer (British, informal) clanger (informal) miscalculation error of judgment inattention laxity boo-boo (informal) erratum barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) I had the oversight of their collection of manuscripts. Synonyms stewardship superintendence Additional synonymsDefinition management of the affairs of an organization Standards in the administration of justice have degenerated. Synonyms management, government, running, control, performance, handling, direction, conduct, application, command, provision, distribution, governing, administering, execution, overseeing, supervision, manipulation, governance, dispensation, superintendenceDefinition a stupid or clumsy mistake I think we have made a tactical blunder. Synonyms mistake, slip, fault, error, boob (British, slang), oversight, gaffe, slip-up (informal), indiscretion, impropriety, howler (informal), bloomer (British, informal), clanger (informal), faux pas, boo-boo (informal), gaucherie, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) Definition protection or charge the orphans who were in her care Synonyms custody, keeping, control, charge, management, protection, supervision, guardianship, safekeeping, ministration - oversee
- overseer
- overshadow
- oversight
- oversized
- overstate
- overstatement
Additional synonymsThe accident was caused by sheer carelessness. Synonyms negligence, neglect, omission, indiscretion, inaccuracy, irresponsibility, slackness, inattention, sloppiness (informal), laxity, thoughtlessness, laxness, inconsiderateness, remissness Definition custody or guardianship I have been given charge of this class. Synonyms care, trust, responsibility, custody, safekeepingDefinition power to direct something The first aim of his government would be to establish control over the republic's territory. Synonyms power, government, rule, authority, management, direction, command, discipline, guidance, supervision, jurisdiction, supremacy, mastery, superintendence, chargeDefinition the act of keeping safe I'm taking him to court to get custody of the children. Synonyms care, charge, protection, supervision, preservation, auspices, aegis, tutelage (formal), guardianship, safekeeping, keeping, trusteeship, custodianship Definition management or guidance The house was built under the direction of his partner. Synonyms management, government, control, charge, administration, leadership, command, guidance, supervision, governance, oversight, superintendenceDefinition a mistake, inaccuracy, or misjudgment NASA discovered a mathematical error in its calculations. Synonyms mistake, slip, fault, blunder, flaw, boob (British, slang), delusion, oversight, misconception, fallacy, inaccuracy, howler (informal), bloomer (British, informal), miscalculation, misapprehension, solecism (formal), erratum, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang), boner (slang, US) It was a genuine fault. Synonyms mistake, slip, error, offence, blunder, lapse, negligence, omission, boob (British, slang), oversight, slip-up, indiscretion, inaccuracy, howler (informal), glitch (informal), error of judgment, boo-boo (informal), barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) Definition a socially embarrassing action or mistake She made an embarrassing faux pas. Synonyms gaffe, blunder, indiscretion, impropriety, bloomer (British, informal), boob (British, slang), clanger (informal), solecism, breach of etiquette, gaucherie, barbecue stopper (Australian, informal) Definition something said or done that is socially upsetting or incorrect He made an embarrassing gaffe at the convention last weekend. Synonyms blunder, mistake, error, indiscretion, lapse, boob (British, slang), slip-up (informal), slip, howler (informal), bloomer (informal), clanger (informal), faux pas, boo-boo (informal), solecism, gaucherie, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) The family has criticized the military's handling of the affair. Synonyms management, running, treatment, approach, administration, conduct, manipulation, directionAdditional synonymsDefinition a glaring mistake I felt as if I had made an outrageous howler. Synonyms mistake, bull (slang), error, blunder, boob (British, slang), bloomer (British, informal), clanger (informal), malapropism, schoolboy howler, booboo (informal), barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang), boner (slang, US) Definition an error or mistake Guard against inaccuracies by checking with a variety of sources. Synonyms error, mistake, slip, fault, defect, blunder, lapse, boob (British, slang), literal, howler (informal), miscalculation, typo (informal), erratum, corrigendum, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) Definition suitable or appropriate to or for It has been handed over for safe keeping. Synonyms care, keep, charge, trust, protection, possession, maintenance, custody, patronage, guardianship, safekeepingDefinition a temporary drop in standard as a result of forgetfulness or lack of concentration The incident was being seen as a serious security lapse. Synonyms mistake, failing, fault, failure, error, slip, negligence, omission, oversight, indiscretionDefinition the technique or practice of managing or controlling the responsibility for its day-to-day management Synonyms administration, control, rule, government, running, charge, care, operation, handling, direction, conduct, command, guidance, supervision, manipulation, governance, superintendenceDefinition a failure to understand properly Tell them what you want to avoid misunderstandings. Synonyms mistake, error, mix-up, misconception, misreading, misapprehension, false impression, misinterpretation, misjudgment, wrong idea, misconstructionDefinition an act of missing out or failing to do something an injury occasioned by any omission of the defendant Synonyms failure, neglect, default, negligence, oversight, carelessness, dereliction, forgetfulness, slackness, laxity, laxness, slovenliness, neglectfulness, remissness Definition a mistake or oversight There must be no slips. Synonyms mistake, failure, error, blunder, lapse, omission, boob (British, slang), oversight, slip-up (informal), indiscretion, bloomer (British, informal), faux pas, slip of the tongue, imprudence, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) Definition a mistake The girls had made three crucial slip-ups. Synonyms mistake, slip, error, misunderstanding, blunder, boob (British, slang), oversight, misconception, gaffe, inaccuracy, howler (informal), goof (informal), bloomer (British, informal), clanger (informal), miscalculation, error of judgment, false move, misstep, solecism, barry or Barry Crocker (Australian, slang) Synonyms supervision, government, control, charge, care, management, direction, guidance, inspection, surveillance |