inherit
What is another word for inherit? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To receive money, property, or a title from someone after they die.
Antonyms
How to use inherit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inherit money
inherit traits
inherit from a class
Etymology
From Old French enheriter, from Late Latin inhereditare, "to make an heir."
Full origin of inherit →Frequently asked questions
What does “inherit” mean?
The word “inherit” means to receive money, property, or a title from someone after they die. In plain terms, to receive something — money, property, a trait, or in programming, functionality — passed down from before you.
How do you pronounce “inherit”?
“Inherit” is pronounced ihn-HEH-riht (/ɪnˈhɛɹɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “inherit” in a sentence?
Here is “inherit” used in a sentence: “She inherited the family farm from her grandmother.”
What part of speech is “inherit”?
“Inherit” is a verb.
Where does the word “inherit” come from?
The word “inherit” comes from Late Latin. From Old French enheriter, from Late Latin inhereditare, "to make an heir.".
Is “inherit” a common word?
“Inherit” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “inherit” have?
“Inherit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to receive money, property, or a title from someone after they die.
