Definition

The act of replacing or taking the place of something or someone else.

Example

The new law will lead to the supersession of the old regulations.

Conversation

Did you hear about the supersession of that old law?

Yeah, I did! It's about time they updated it.

I wonder how the new rules will affect us.

It should be interesting to see the changes they implement.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supersession → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "sedere" (meaning to sit). The word refers to the act of sitting above or taking the place of something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'above' ('super-') and 'sitting' ('sedere') in place of another — that's why supersession means taking the place of something.

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