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

While solar roofs are not new, Hongqi’s approach replaces conventional crystalline silicon cells with thin and flexible perovskite photovoltaic materials. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026

The indictment replaces the original charges filed against Mays in 2024. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026

The new home of Engine 8 — staffed by 12 firefighters who work in four-person crews — replaces its previous facility, which traces its origins back to 1913 and sits on the eroding west bank of Coyote Creek four blocks away. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026

That replaces blind trust with professional accountability and puts the timeshare owner at the center of the service. — Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026

Gonzalez-Jaime replaces Daniela Calvitti, who served as interim executive director. — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Rajic replaces Denise Dresser, who held the role for less than a year. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026

The presidential memorandum replaces a 2013 policy signed by former President Barack Obama. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 21 Aug. 2026

Robinson now replaces Leon as non-roster catcher depth for the Braves, alongside Maverick Handley. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026