supersede

//ˌsuːpərˈsiːd//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
Visual representation of supersede

Verb

supersedeInfinitive
supersedePresent tense
supersededPast tense
supersededPast participle
supersedingPresent participle
supersedesThird-person singular
1

To take the place of something or someone that is considered outdated, inferior, or no longer useful.

Electric cars are gradually superseding traditional gasoline vehicles.

2

To set aside or cause to be set aside as void, useless, or obsolete, usually in favor of something newer or better.

Digital cameras have superseded film cameras in most applications.