Synonyms of replacing

replacing

verb

present participle of replace

1

as in superseding

to take the place of

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• superseding
• substituting
• supplanting
• relieving
• displacing
• displanting
• usurping
• cutting out
• preempting

2

as in returning

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

• returning
• restoring
• reconveying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• taking
• removing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of replacing

Because light travels faster through glass than electric signals through copper, it’s long been theorized that replacing traditional cables in data centers with fiber optics equipment could speed computing and slow power consumption. — Rob Pegoraro, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

This four-quarter program is replacing the School of Education’s existing six-quarter Master of Arts in education pathway. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

This edition is Andrew Mohsen’s first in the role of artistic director, replacing respected distributor and exhibitor Marianne Khoury who stepped down from the position earlier this year. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026

The proposal also calls for replacing the city's 911 dispatch system. — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

So for anyone engaged in strenuous and sweaty physical activity, an electrolyte drink would be beneficial in replacing the electrolytes lost in sweat. — Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026

The project involved replacing nearly 9,000 feet of aging water main with a larger diameter pipe to ensure long-term drinking water safety, stabilize system pressure and enhance fire protection with 10 fire hydrants. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Any changes to the facade — for example, replacing crumbling tile or old windows — had to be approved by the conservancy. — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

During the trial, jurors heard about efforts to conceal the affair, including discussions about deleting communications and replacing phones. — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026