Definition

To take away someone's right to inherit property or money, usually from a family member.

Example

The father decided to disherit his son after he broke the family rules.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the family that decided to disherit their son?

No way! What happened there?

Apparently, he was always getting into trouble and they just had enough.

That's really harsh, but I guess they felt it was necessary.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disherit → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "hereditare" (meaning to inherit). The word describes the act of taking away someone's right to inherit, effectively separating them from their inheritance.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'taken away' ('dis-') from your 'inheritance' ('hereditare') — that's why disherit means to lose the right to inherit.

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