Synonyms for

Lineage

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

Definition

Lineage means the line of ancestors from whom a person is descended.

Synonyms & similar words

linage pedigree ancestry origin line stock filiation lineofdescent blood stemma parentage descent derivation bloodline ancestry heritage descent pedigree bloodline genealogy origin birth roots line stock clan tribe race ethnicity nationality culture tradition history

Synonyms by register

Formal

ancestry descent pedigree provenance

Informal

family tree roots bloodline

Literary

kindred stock

Antonyms

individual origin source beginning ancestry descent

Common collocations

  • royal lineage
  • ancient lineage
  • family lineage
  • noble lineage
  • tracing lineage
  • pure lineage
  • human lineage

Word family

noun lineage

Usage note

Lineage refers to a line of descent, often emphasizing ancestry or heredity. It is commonly used in contexts discussing family history, genealogy, or noble/royal families.

Example sentences

  1. My lineage is from Ireland.
  2. He comes from a long line of doctors in his lineage.
  3. Her lineage is full of famous artists.
  4. I am proud of my African lineage.
  5. They researched their lineage and discovered they are related to a famous author.

Quotes

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  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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