supplant
/səˈplænt/
verb
- To take the place of someone or something, especially by force or through being better or more effective.
- The new manager tried to supplant the old team with her own staff.
- Digital books have begun to supplant printed ones in many households.
- Electric cars may eventually supplant gasoline-powered vehicles.
- To replace or supersede something in a position of importance or authority.
- The younger prince plotted to supplant his older brother on the throne.
- Her innovative ideas quickly supplanted the old methods in the company.
- Online streaming services have supplanted traditional television for many viewers.