supercede

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supercede

Definition:

(verb) to take the place of someone or something in a position of power or authority

Sense 1:

Part of speech:

verb (transitive)

Definition:

to replace or supplant someone or something in a position of power or authority

Example sentence:

After years of hard work, Jane was able to supercede her predecessor as the CEO of the company.

Sense 2:

Part of speech:

verb (transitive)

Definition:

to take the place of someone or something that is no longer valid or effective

Example sentence:

The new law will supercede the previous one, as it addresses the loopholes that were present.