The difference between Supersede and Usurp
When used as verbs, supersede means to take the place of, whereas usurp means to seize power from another, usually by illegitimate means.
Supersede is also noun with the meaning: an updated newsgroup post that supersedes an earlier version.
check bellow for the other definitions of Supersede and Usurp
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Supersede as a verb (transitive):
To take the place of.
Examples:
"Those older products have been superseded by our new range."
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Supersede as a verb (transitive):
To displace in favour of itself.
Examples:
"Modern US culture has superseded the native forms."
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Supersede as a noun (Internet):
An updated newsgroup post that supersedes an earlier version.
Examples:
"Rogue cancels and supersedes are being issued on a large scale against posters."
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Usurp as a verb:
To seize power from another, usually by illegitimate means.
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Usurp as a verb:
To use and assume the coat of arms of another person.
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Usurp as a verb (obsolete):
To make use of.
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Usurp as a verb:
To take the place rightfully belonging to someone or something else.