<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object)<ul><li>To assume the former role, position, or function of; substitute for (a person or thing): Electricity has replaced gas in lighting.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li><p>Succeed</p></li><li><p>To provide a substitute or equivalent in the place of: to replace a broken dish.</p></li><li><p>To restore; return; make good: to replace a sum of money borrowed.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li><p>Repay</p></li><li><p>Refund</p></li><li><p>To restore to a former or the proper place: to replace the vase on the table.</p></li></ul>