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Wordabulary

superintendent

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

A person who manages or oversees an organization, department, or building, such as a school district or apartment building.

"The school superintendent announced the new calendar for next year."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

supervisor overseer

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The school _____ announced the new calendar for next year."

Answer: superintendent

In your own words, what does "superintendent" mean?

A person who manages or oversees an organization, department, or building, such as a school district or apartment building.

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