Supersede or Supercede
Learn the correct spelling of “Supersede” and why “Supercede” is wrong.
Supercede
Incorrect spelling - “Supercede” is a common misspelling influenced by “-cede” words.
"Supercede" is a common misspelling of "Supersede". Always use "Supersede" when referring to the correct word.
Supersede
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Supersede” means to replace or take the place of something.
Definition of Supersede
"Supersede": “Supersede” means to replace or take the place of something.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Supersede
- • replace
- • override
Usage Examples
"Correct:" New law will supersede old one.
"Correct:" This rule supersedes previous.
"Correct:" Updated version supersedes.
"Correct:" It will supersede earlier plan.
"Incorrect:" New law will supercede old one.
"Incorrect:" This rule supercedes previous.
"Incorrect:" Updated version supercedes.
"Incorrect:" It will supercede earlier plan.
Notes:
- • Only ‘sede’, not ‘cede’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Supersede vs supercede?
A: Supersede is correct.
Q: Meaning?
A: Replace something.
Q: Why wrong?
A: ‘cede’ pattern confusion.
Q: Trick?
A: super + sede (special case).
Summary
“Supersede vs supercede”: The correct spelling is supersede. Avoid supercede, a very common mistake.