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Inherited

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

Definition

to receive something from someone who has died; to receive characteristics or traits from one's parents

Synonyms & similar words

genetic transmissible familial transmitted hereditary inherit receive obtain acquire get derive assume partake

Synonyms by register

Formal

descended bequeathed hereditary

Informal

passed down gotten from parents from the family

Literary

ancestral birthright

Antonyms

acquired earned learned created developed achieved made

Common collocations

  • inherited trait
  • inherited wealth
  • inherited disease
  • inherited property
  • inherited characteristics
  • inherited a fortune
  • inherited the throne

Word family

noun inheritance
verb inherit
adjective hereditary

Usage note

Often used in the context of genetics, wealth, or property. Can also refer to abstract qualities or characteristics passed down through generations.

Example sentences

  1. She inherited a large sum of money from her aunt.
  2. The prince inherited the throne from his father.
  3. I inherited my love of books from my mother.
  4. The disease is inherited from one's parents.
  5. He inherited his father's musical talent.

Quotes

  • A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold. - Proverbs 22:1
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • It is not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings. - Ann Landers

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