Synonyms for

Bequeathed

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

Definition

to leave something to someone in a will or pass something on

Synonyms & similar words

will leave bequeath disinherit leave transfer convey bestow endow grant entrust assign devolve will gift present donate dispense allocate apportion give offer

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather bequeathed me his antique watch.
  2. In his will, he bequeathed his entire fortune to charity.
  3. The author bequeathed his unpublished manuscripts to the library.
  4. She wants to bequeath her family home to her children.
  5. The king bequeathed the throne to his son upon his death.

Quotes

  • I would rather leave my body to science than my soul to bequeathed.
  • The greatest glory of a free-born people is to transmit that freedom to their children.
  • A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.

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