Definition

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

Example

The supplantation of traditional methods by modern technology has changed many industries.

Conversation

Did you read about the supplantation of old technology by smartphones?

Yeah, it's amazing how quickly things change these days.

I wonder what new inventions will cause a similar supplantation in the future.

It’s hard to predict, but I’m excited to see what happens next!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supplantation → It is formed from "supplant" (from Latin "supplantare", meaning to trip up or undermine) and "-ation" (a suffix indicating the action or process of). The word "supplantation" refers to the act of undermining or replacing something, often by taking its place.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'tripping up' ('supplant') something to take its place, which is what 'supplantation' means.

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