Synonyms of replaces

replaces

verb

present tense third-person singular of replace

1

as in supersedes

to take the place of

the old street lights were replaced by more energy-efficient models

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supersedes
• supplants
• substitutes
• relieves
• displaces
• usurps
• preempts
• displants
• cuts out

2

as in restores

to bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place

took the fragile vase down to look at it and then gently replaced it on the shelf

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restores
• returns
• reconveys

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• takes
• removes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of replaces

Leach replaces Esperanza interim coach Nick Heinle, who took the helm for JP Presley in late June just before the start of summer camp. — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 17 July 2026

The platform replaces disjointed, manual procedures with a single, adaptable system that facilitates real-time coordination between brands, suppliers, retailers, third-party inspection service providers and even testing labs. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

To quickly recap, the 849 Testarossa Spider replaces the SF90 Spider in Ferrari's lineup as its top-end convertible. — New Atlas, 16 July 2026

Sometimes, Florida replaces a driver’s old plate every 10 years. — Joan Murray, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

From her perspective, schools also need to consider what replaces them. — Jason Phillips, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Shadow now replaces harsh desert light on the Earth’s surface. — Cristina Dorador, The Dial, 14 July 2026

Light replaces bottlenecks A key feature of the optical switch is its total loss of less than 5 dB, including coupling loss. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026

The Frenchman replaces Oliver Glasner, who left after his contract expired in the summer and then joined Nottingham Forest. — Aston Villa, New York Times, 13 July 2026