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inherit

[in-her-it] / ɪnˈhɛr ɪt /
VERB
gain as possession from someone's death
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acquire derive obtain receive succeed take over
STRONG
accede get
WEAK
be bequeathed be granted be left come in for come into fall heir
Antonyms
STRONGEST
fail forfeit lose

Example Sentences

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And some minor children who inherit IRAs must take annual withdrawals from them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s a study of what we inherit from our parents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She’ll inherit in her mid-60s, probably after her peak earning years, after her kids are grown, after the critical wealth-building window has closed.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

But he also noted that Warsh would inherit significant challenges.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

How could Indians descend from Europeans if they did not inherit their genetic makeup?

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann