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Descendents

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

Definition

Descendents means people who are descended from a particular ancestor.

Synonyms & similar words

descendant descendent ancestor offspring progeny heirs successors posterity children issue lineage line family kin clan tribe bloodline race pedigree heritage ancestry genealogy

Example sentences

  1. My mom is one of my descendents.
  2. The king's descendents ruled the kingdom for generations.
  3. She discovered her famous ancestor while researching her family tree.
  4. The descendents of the ancient civilization still inhabit this land.
  5. The descendents gathered for a family reunion.

Quotes

  • The heritage of the past is the seed that brings forth the descendents of the future.
  • The descendents carry the legacy of their ancestors.
  • The strength of a family lies in the unity of its descendents.

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