Meaning & Definition of word "Posterity"
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Posterity
/pɒsˈtɛr.ɪ.ti/
noun:
- 1. All future generations of people.
- Example: The actions we take today will affect posterity.
- 2. The descendants of a particular person or group.
- Example: He was proud of his family lineage and wanted to ensure that his posterity knew their heritage.
- 3. Future generations considered collectively.
- Example: This piece of art will serve as a testament to our culture for posterity.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin posteritas, from posterus 'coming after' or 'subsequent'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
for posterity:
To preserve something for future generations.
posterity must know:
A phrase indicating the importance of recording events for future generations.
Related Words
ancestor:
A person from whom one is descended.
legacy:
Something handed down by a predecessor.
heritage:
Property that is or may be inherited.