Synonyms for

Ancestry

Verb / ˈænsestri: / Another word for ancestry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ancestry refers to a person's family or lineage and the history of their family.

Synonyms & similar words

stemma line lineofdescent stock derivation bloodline descent pedigree parentage lineage blood filiation origin lineage heritage descent pedigree provenance origin roots parentage birth genealogy bloodline clan tribe dynasty stock race ethnicity nationality culture

Synonyms by register

Formal

lineage descent heredity pedigree

Informal

roots background family tree

Literary

forebears kinship stock

Antonyms

posterity future descendants offspring progeny lineage

Common collocations

  • family ancestry
  • human ancestry
  • ancient ancestry
  • check ancestry
  • trace ancestry
  • confirm ancestry
  • genetic ancestry
  • national ancestry

Word family

noun ancestry
adjective ancestral

Usage note

Ancestry refers to one's lineage or the origin of one's family. It is often used in formal contexts, particularly when discussing genealogy or heritage.

Example sentences

  1. I am proud of my ancestry and where my family comes from.
  2. My grandfather has researched our ancestry and discovered we are related to a famous historical figure.
  3. She learned about her ancestry by doing a DNA test.
  4. Many people enjoy tracing their ancestry and learning about their family history.
  5. The museum had an exhibit about the ancestry of the local Native American tribe.

Quotes

  • "The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege." - Charles Kuralt
  • "To us, family means putting your arms around each other and being there." - Barbara Bush
  • "In every conceivable manner, the family is a link to our past, bridge to our future." - Alex Haley

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