What is another word for replaces?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪplˈe͡ɪsɪz] (IPA)

The word "replaces" is often used in the English language to indicate that something or someone is being substituted or exchanged for something else. However, there are many effective synonyms that can be used in place of "replaces" to add variety and depth to writing or conversation. Some of these synonyms include: substitutes, supplants, displaces, takes over, succeeds, fills in, overtakes, supersedes, and steps into. Each of these words carries a slightly different nuance and can be used in different contexts to convey a specific meaning. By adding synonyms for "replaces" into your lexicon, you can enhance your vocabulary and express yourself more clearly and effectively.

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What are the hypernyms for Replaces?

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Usage examples for Replaces

Meanwhile, except among a few women, obedient to the woman's heart, we find no trace of independent action, no revolt of conscience against the absolute behest of the sovereign, until selfishness replaces virtue, and despair wrings the cry from his servants, Knowest thou not yet that Egypt is destroyed?
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick
In 1553 an English translation of the anatomy was published by Nicholas Hyll, and in a second edition of this, printed in 1559, a rather heavy and stiff portrait of Elizabeth replaces the royal arms, which were burnished out to make room for it.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
It now replaces the idea of the one Divine intelligence by that of universal law.
"A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)"
Mrs. Sutherland Orr

Famous quotes with Replaces

  • In an age robbed of religious symbols, going to the shops replaces going to the church. We have a free choice, but at a price. We can win experience, but never achieve innocence. Marx knew that the epic activities of the modern world involve not lance and sword but dry goods.
    Stephen Bayley
  • Americans have an abiding belief in their ability to control reality by purely material means... airline insurance replaces the fear of death with the comforting prospect of cash.
    Cecil Beaton
  • As interesting as that music can occasionally be, I don't think it really replaces the other.
    George Crumb
  • Ideas improve. The meaning of words participates in the improvement. Plagiarism is necessary. Progress implies it. It embraces an author's phrase, makes use of his expressions, erases a false idea, and replaces it with the right idea.
    Guy Debord
  • Alcohol doesn't console, it doesn't fill up anyone's psychological gaps, all it replaces is the lack of God. It doesn't comfort man. On the contrary, it encourages him in his folly, it transports him to the supreme regions where he is master of his own destiny.
    Marguerite Duras

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