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SUPPLANTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Supplanting.

Supplanting - as a noun

Act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
displacement19

Supplanting - as a verb

To take the place of; to replace, to supersede.

Example: "Will online dictionaries ever supplant paper dictionaries?"

To uproot, to remove violently.

Example Sentences

"The supplanting of the old CEO with a new one caused a stir among the employees."
"The supplanting of traditional farming methods with modern techniques increased productivity."
"The supplanting of vinyl records with CDs revolutionized the music industry."
"The supplanting of handwritten letters with emails has made communication faster."
"The supplanting of coal with renewable energy sources helps reduce carbon emissions."
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Word Game Points

Is SUPPLANTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, supplanting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUPPLANTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is SUPPLANTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, supplanting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUPPLANTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is SUPPLANTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, supplanting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUPPLANTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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