easy
Replace the empty marker with a new one.
What does Replace mean?
Replace means put in place of another.
Dictionary definition
To put something new in the place of something else.
Example sentences
Replace in a sentence
medium
The mechanic replaced the worn tire before the trip.
hard
When writers revise, they may replace weak words with stronger ones.
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Practice 1
What does replace mean?
Replace means put in place of another.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to replace?
Substitute is close to replace in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: ____ the empty marker with a new one.
Replace best completes the sentence.
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Replace
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ri · plays · strongest beat: plays
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WordReplace.
Partverb.
MeaningReplace means put in place of another.
ExampleExample: Replace the empty marker with a new one.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ri · plays
- Strongest beat
- plays
- Ending
- plays
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on plays.
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Synonyms
Words like Replace
substituteUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
swapUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
exchangeUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
Antonyms
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Word family
Replace word family
Base word
replace
verb
replaces
Present-tense form of replace.
verb
replaced
Past-tense form of replace.
verb
replacing
-ing form of replace.
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Hint for students
Replace means put in place of another.
Common mix-up
Replace is not the same as keep. Replace means replace means put in place of another.
Try it in class or at home
Read this model sentence: The mechanic replaced the worn tire before the trip. Clue words: mechanic, replaced, worn. Underline clue words that show why replace fits instead of keep. Now write one new sentence that shows replace without using the word replace. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show replace?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The mechanic replaced the worn tire before the trip." Why does replace fit better than keep?
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