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preempt vs displace

displace vs preempt

preempt is a noun but displace is not a noun.

preempt and displace both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
preempt Yes No Yes No
displace No No Yes No
As verbs, preempt and displace are synonyms defined as:
  • preempt and displace: take the place of or have precedence over
preempt (noun) displace (noun)
a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
preempt (verb) displace (verb)
acquire for oneself before others can do so cause to move, usually with force or pressure
make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense
gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land) take the place of or have precedence over
take the place of or have precedence over terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position
Difference between preempt and displace

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