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Supplanting: meaning, definitions and examples

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supplanting

 

[ səˈplæntɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

replace something

To supplant means to take the place of someone or something, often by force or scheming. It can refer to the act of replacing an established idea, practice, or person with a new one. This action typically implies a sense of displacement or usurpation.

Synonyms

displace, oust, replace, usurp

Examples of usage

  • The new technology is supplanting older methods.
  • The regime sought to supplant the existing government.
  • Innovative practices are supplanting traditional ones in the industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "supplanting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 supplantação

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्थापन

🇩🇪 Ersetzung

🇮🇩 penggantian

🇺🇦 підміна

🇵🇱 substytucja

🇯🇵 取って代わること

🇫🇷 supplantation

🇪🇸 suplantación

🇹🇷 yerine geçme

🇰🇷 대체

🇸🇦 استبدال

🇨🇿 nahrazení

🇸🇰 nahradenie

🇨🇳 取代

🇸🇮 zamenjava

🇮🇸 skipting

🇰🇿 орнына қою

🇬🇪 შეცვლა

🇦🇿 əvəzləmə

🇲🇽 suplantación

Word origin

The word 'supplant' originates from the Latin term 'supplantare', which means 'to trip up' or 'to uproot'. It is formed from the prefix 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'plantare' meaning 'to plant'. The term entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, around the 15th century, initially referring to overthrowing or undermining someone in a position of power. Over the centuries, its usage has broadened to encompass not only the literal act of replacing, but also the figurative sense of one idea, practice, or object displacing another, often in a competitive or aggressive manner. The evolution of the word reflects societal changes where new innovations or leadership often arise by replacing older systems, showcasing the dynamic nature of growth and change throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,629, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.