adj
inherited
ihn-HEH-rih-tihd
adj
1
Received from a parent or ancestor, either as property or as a genetic trait.
"It's an inherited condition that runs in her family."
"The old clock was an inherited family heirloom."
How to Use Inherited
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPassed down to you, whether it's a house, a condition, or a trait.
Common pairings
inherited wealth
inherited condition
inherited trait
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