What is another word for supersession?
Pronunciation: [sˌuːpəsˈɛʃən] (IPA) 
Supersession means replacing something with a better or more modern version. There are various synonyms that can be used instead of supersession such as displacement, replacement, substitution, takeover, and supersedure. Displacement suggests replacing something by force or by a stronger competitor. Replacement indicates that something old is being replaced by something new. Substitution denotes swapping one thing for another. Takeover implies more of a hostile takeover of position or authority. Supersedure means replacing something because it has become outdated or no longer serves its purpose. All of these synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context in which they are being used.
