Definition

A person or thing that takes the place of another; the act of substituting one thing for another.

Example

The company is looking for a replacement for the manager who left.

Conversation

I heard they're looking for a replacement for Tom.

Yeah, I saw that too; he really left a big gap.

I wonder who they will choose as his replacement.

Hopefully someone who can fill his shoes well!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Replacement → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "placere" (meaning to please or to fill). The word "replacement" refers to the act of filling something again or substituting one thing for another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'filling again' — 're-' means again, and 'placere' means to please or fill. This helps you remember that replacement means to fill in or substitute something once more.

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