Synonyms for

Legacy

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

Definition

something that is handed down from an ancestor or predecessor

Synonyms & similar words

bequest inheritance bequest patrimony heritage endowment gift estate treasure heirloom birthright tradition custom practice ritual routine convention institution establishment system culture

Synonyms by register

Formal

inheritance bequest endowment heritage

Informal

leftovers what's left what's remaining

Literary

heirloom heritage birthright

Antonyms

present future beginning origin start novelty

Common collocations

  • lasting legacy
  • digital legacy
  • cultural legacy
  • family legacy
  • financial legacy
  • leave a legacy
  • part of the legacy
  • sense of legacy

Word family

noun legacy
adjective legatory

Usage note

While 'legacy' often refers to something inherited from the past, it can also describe the lasting impact of a person or event. It generally carries a positive connotation.

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather's legacy was his love for gardening.
  2. The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is his fight for civil rights.
  3. The company's legacy is its commitment to quality products.
  4. She left a lasting legacy through her charitable work.
  5. The legacy of the ancient civilization can still be seen in the ruins of their buildings.

Quotes

  • A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. - Joseph Campbell
  • Our legacy is not in monuments or buildings but in the hearts of those who knew us. - Unknown
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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