Synonyms of superposednext
: situated vertically over another layer or part

superposed

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past tense and past participle of superpose

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1805, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of superposed was in 1805

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“Superposed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superposed. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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