Definitions

1. verb

to take the place of or replace something or someone, especially because it is better or more suitable

“The new technology will supersede the old one in the near future.”

2. verb

to make something invalid or no longer in effect

“A new law will supersede the old one, making it illegal to hunt in the park.”

3. verb

to outrank or have a higher authority than someone or something

“The general will supersede the colonel as the new commander of the army.”

4. noun

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

“The supersession of the old system was a major improvement.”

5. noun

a person or thing that takes the place of or replaces something or someone

“The new employee will be the supersede of the old one in the next quarter.”