inheritable

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtəbl/

KK: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition

Something that can be passed down from one person to another, usually through family or legal means.

Example

The inheritable traits of the family include blue eyes and curly hair.

Conversation

Did you know some traits are inheritable from our parents?

Yeah, I've heard that before! It's interesting how genetics work.

Right? I wonder what inheritable traits I might get from my grandparents.

It's cool to think about; maybe you'll inherit their artistic skills!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

heritable

transmissible

bequeathable

Antonyms

nonheritable

untransmissible

unbequeathable

Root Explanation

Inheritable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or into), "hereditare" (meaning to inherit), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word describes something that is capable of being inherited or passed down.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'inherited' ('hereditare') — the 'in-' means into, and '-able' means capable. This helps you remember that 'inheritable' refers to something that can be passed down.

Visually Confused Words

uninheritable

unheritable