Inheritor

/ɪnˈhɛrɪtə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who receives or inherits property, a title, or a right from a predecessor.

As the sole inheritor of her grandmother's estate, she was responsible for managing the family assets.

Someone who follows or adopts a particular philosophy, way of life, or tradition.

He is an inheritor of the philosophical ideals established by his ancestors.

A person who inherits characteristics or qualities from their parents or ancestors.

As an inheritor of the family's artistic talent, she pursued a career in painting.

Middle English: from inherit + -or

heir apparent

The individual who is first in line to inherit a title or property.

heir to the throne

A person who is next in line to assume a royal title or position.

family heirloom

An item of sentimental value passed down from generation to generation.

inherit

To receive property, a title, or rights from a predecessor.

legacy

Something handed down by a predecessor, especially in terms of money or property.

succession

The act or process of inheriting.

Trust fund kid

He acts like a trust fund kid, a real inheritor of wealth without the need to work.

Silver spoon

She was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, clearly an inheritor to a wealthy family.