Inherited: meaning, definitions and examples

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inherited

[ ɪnˈherɪtɪd ]

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family

To receive money, property, or a title as an heir at the death of the previous holder.

Synonyms

acquire, obtain, receive

Examples of usage

She inherited a large fortune from her grandfather.
He inherited the family business after his father passed away.

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genetics

To receive a genetic trait from one's parents or ancestors.

Synonyms

acquire, get, pass down

Examples of usage

She inherited her mother's blue eyes.
He inherited his father's tall stature.

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qualities

To receive qualities, characteristics, or abilities from one's ancestors or predecessors.

Synonyms

acquire, gain, receive

Examples of usage

She inherited her mother's talent for music.
He inherited his grandfather's sense of humor.

Translations

Translations of the word "inherited" in other languages:

🇵🇹 herdado

🇮🇳 विरासत में मिला

🇩🇪 geerbt

🇮🇩 diwarisi

🇺🇦 успадкований

🇵🇱 odziedziczony

🇯🇵 受け継いだ

🇫🇷 hérité

🇪🇸 heredado

🇹🇷 miras kalan

🇰🇷 상속된

🇸🇦 موروث

🇨🇿 zděděný

🇸🇰 zdedený

🇨🇳 继承的

🇸🇮 podedovan

🇮🇸 erfð

🇰🇿 мұрагерлік

🇬🇪 მემკვიდრეობით მიღებული

🇦🇿 irsən alınmış

🇲🇽 heredado

Word origin

The word 'inherited' comes from the Latin word 'inheritare', which means 'to appoint as heir'. The concept of inheritance has been a fundamental part of human societies throughout history, governing the passing down of property, titles, and traits from one generation to the next. Inheritance laws and customs have evolved over time, reflecting changes in social structures and values.