Invigilate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈvɪdʒɪleɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Invigilate is a verb meaning (UK, Canada, ambitransitive) To oversee a test or exam.
Meaning
(UK, Canada, ambitransitive) To oversee a test or exam.
More Meanings
- (archaic, intransitive) To keep watch.
Example Sentences
Professor Burns will be invigilating over the final examinations to ensure that the students do not cheat.
Word Forms
- invigilates
- invigilating
- invigilated
Synonyms for invigilate
Depending on context, synonyms include proctor.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proctor, scrutinise, scrutinize, oversee, scrutineer, check.
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