Superseding: meaning, definitions and examples

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superseding

 

[ suːpərˈsiːdɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal terminology

Superseding refers to the act of replacing or taking the place of something, particularly in a legal context or formal setting. This can be in relation to documents, legislation, or rules that are being updated or replaced by newer versions. When a new law is enacted, it may supersede previous laws, which means the old laws are no longer in effect. This term emphasizes the authority and precedence of the new over the old.

Synonyms

displacing, overriding, replacing, supplanting.

Examples of usage

  • The new policy is superseding the old guidelines.
  • This amendment will supersede the original agreement.
  • The court ruling superseded all previous decisions on the matter.

Translations

Translations of the word "superseding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 substituição

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्थापन

🇩🇪 Ersetzung

🇮🇩 penggantian

🇺🇦 заміщення

🇵🇱 zastąpienie

🇯🇵 置き換え

🇫🇷 substitution

🇪🇸 sustitución

🇹🇷 yerine geçme

🇰🇷 대체

🇸🇦 استبدال

🇨🇿 náhrada

🇸🇰 nahradenie

🇨🇳 替代

🇸🇮 nadomestitev

🇮🇸 staðsetning

🇰🇿 орнына ауыстыру

🇬🇪 შეცვლა

🇦🇿 əvəzləmə

🇲🇽 sustitución

Etymology

The word 'supersede' originates from the Latin term 'supersedere,' which means 'to sit above' or 'to delay.' It combines 'super-' meaning 'above' or 'over' and 'sedere,' meaning 'to sit.' The term evolved through Old French into the modern English usage seen today. The roots highlight the concept of something elevated in status or authority, taking precedence over whatever existed before. Historically, in legal and formal contexts, 'superseding' has been used to indicate the transition from old to new laws, agreements, or authoritative documents, thus reflecting the evolution of governance and societal order.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,903, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.