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Meaning of supersede
to replace something, especially a rule, system, or product, with something new or more effective
Etymology of supersede
The word "supersede" comes from the Latin words "super" meaning "above" or "beyond" and "sedere" meaning "to sit", and it has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to sit above" or "to have authority over"
Historically, the word was used in legal and administrative contexts to describe the process of replacing one law, rule, or official with another
Synonyms
Definitions
- To replace someone or something because they are no longer needed, useful, or effective
- * To take the place of something, especially a rule, system, or product, with something new or more effective
Usage Examples
- The new policy will supersede all previous guidelines
- * The company's latest product is designed to supersede its predecessor in terms of performance and features
- * The judge's ruling will supersede the earlier decision