superintendent (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtendənt/

Definition

A person who oversees or directs a particular organization or group of people, especially in a position of authority.

Examples

• The building superintendent is responsible for maintenance and repairs.

• She was promoted to superintendent of the nursing department.

• The police superintendent addressed the press conference.

How to Use superintendent

superintendent of (prepositional phrase)

Indicates the specific area or organization that the superintendent is in charge of. — "She is the superintendent of the city's public parks."

in charge of (prepositional phrase)

To have control or responsibility for something or someone. — "The superintendent is in charge of all educational matters in the district."

Synonyms of superintendent

Words with a similar meaning to superintendent:

• manager
• director
• supervisor
• administrator
• overseer

Antonyms of superintendent

Words with the opposite meaning to superintendent:

• subordinate
• employee

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