Free MCQs for FPSC, NTS, PPSC, PMS, CSS & All Pakistan Exams 2026

Synonym of “supplant” is __________?

A. to bury
B. stand by
C. displace
D. work under

 

Explanation:

The word supplant means to take the place of someone or something, often by force, strategy, or replacement.

In simple words: to replace or push out.

So, the synonym of supplant is displace.

Real-Life Example
  • New technology may supplant older methods.
  • New technology may displace older methods.

Replace = Supplant

Main Points for Exams
  • Supplant means to replace or oust.
  • Displace is its correct synonym.
  • Other options are unrelated meanings.
  • Therefore, Displace is the correct answer.
  • Common in PPSC, FPSC, CSS, PMS, NTS, IELTS, TOEFL exams.
Quick Memory Trick

🔄 Supplant = Take Someone’s Place
📍 Displace = Same Meaning

Retain ↔ Supplant
Supplant ↔ Displace ✔️

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