supersede

[ˌsuːpəˈsiːd]

supersede Definition

• 1. to replace something, especially something older or less effective
• 2. to take the place of something or someone that is considered to be old-fashioned or no longer the best available

Using supersede: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "supersede" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The new system will supersede the old one.

• Example

  The latest edition of the dictionary has superseded all previous ones.

• Example

  The law has been superseded by international agreements.

• Example

  The traditional approach has been superseded by modern methods.

supersede Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for supersede

• replace
• displace
• overtake
• outmode
• outdate

Antonyms for supersede

• retain
• keep
• maintain

Phrases with supersede

• supersede a claim

  to take priority over a legal claim or right

  Example

  The new law will supersede any existing claims.

• supersede an order

  to cancel or revoke an existing order or instruction

  Example

  The company decided to supersede the previous order and issue a new one.

• supersede a treaty

  to replace or override a previous treaty or agreement

  Example

  The new trade agreement will supersede the old one.

Origins of supersede

from Latin 'super sedere', meaning 'to sit above'

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Summary: supersede in Brief

The verb 'supersede' [ˌsuːpəˈsiːd] means to replace something, especially something older or less effective, with something newer or better. It can also mean to take the place of something or someone that is considered to be old-fashioned or no longer the best available. Examples include 'The new system will supersede the old one' and 'The traditional approach has been superseded by modern methods.'