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inherited
ihn-HEH-rih-tihd
Inherited (adj) means Received from a parent or ancestor, either as property or as a genetic trait. Example: “She has an inherited cottage in Wales that she visits every summer.”
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Received from a parent or ancestor, either as property or as a genetic trait.
"She has an inherited cottage in Wales that she visits every summer."
"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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What does “inherited” mean?
The word “inherited” means received from a parent or ancestor, either as property or as a genetic trait. In plain terms, passed down to you, whether it's a house, a condition, or a trait.
How do you pronounce “inherited”?
“Inherited” is pronounced ihn-HEH-rih-tihd (/ɪnˈhɛɹɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “inherited” in a sentence?
Here is “inherited” used in a sentence: “It's an inherited condition that runs in her family.”
What part of speech is “inherited”?
“Inherited” is an adjective.
Is “inherited” a common word?
“Inherited” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between inherited and hereditary?
Inherited describes something that has actually been received from a parent or ancestor, such as property or a genetic trait, while hereditary describes something capable of being passed down through generations. A hereditary disease can be passed on, whereas an inherited disease is one a person has actually received.
What is the difference between inherited and inherent?
Inherited means received from a parent or ancestor, whereas inherent means existing in something as a permanent, essential quality. The words look similar but are unrelated: an inherited trait comes from your ancestors, while an inherent trait is built into the nature of a thing.
What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?
An inherited trait is passed down genetically from parents, while an acquired trait develops during a person's lifetime through environment, learning, or experience. Eye color is inherited, whereas a learned skill is acquired.
What are common collocations with inherited?
Inherited often appears in phrases such as 'inherited wealth,' 'inherited trait,' 'inherited disease,' and 'inherited condition.' In genetics, an 'inherited condition' is a disorder passed from parents to their children.
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