displace

Meaning

to force someone or something out of their usual or original position; to replace or substitute

To force someone or something out of its usual place or position.

Example Sentences

The new technology will displace many traditional manufacturing jobs.

The flood displaced hundreds of families from their homes.

Example Expressions

displaced person

Synonyms

replace, substitute, relocate, remove, shift, expel, oust

Entry 1

replace, substitute, relocate, remove

Entry 2

remove, replace, shift, expel, oust

Antonyms

place, position, restore, settle, retain, keep, maintain

Entry 1

place, position, restore, settle

Entry 2

retain, keep, maintain

Collocations

displace people, displace completely, forcibly displace, displace workers, displace water, displace families

Entry 1

displace people, displace completely, forcibly displace, displace workers

Entry 2

displace workers, displace people, displace water, displace families