inherited
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtɪd/
KK: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Received from someone who has passed away, usually referring to property or traits.
Example
She inherited her grandmother's jewelry after her death.
Conversation
Did you hear about the house that Sarah inherited from her grandparents?
Yeah, I heard it's really beautiful and in a great location.
I wonder if she's going to renovate it or just move in as it is.
I think she might do some updates, but it definitely has that inherited charm.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bequeathed
passed
transmitted
Antonyms
acquired
earned
lost
verb
Definition
To receive property, money, or traits from someone after they have passed away or through family lineage.
Example
She inherited her grandmother's jewelry after she passed away.
Tense Forms
Past: inherited
Past Participle: inherited
Conversation
Did you know I inherited my grandma's old jewelry box?
No way! That's so cool!
Yeah, it has so many memories attached to it.
Root Explanation
Inherited → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or into) and "haereditare" (meaning to receive as an heir). The word "inherited" refers to something that is received or passed down from one generation to another.
Memory Tip
Think of receiving something 'into' your possession ('in-') as an 'heir' ('haereditare') — that's why inherited means to receive something passed down.
Visually Confused Words
uninherited
noninherited
inverted
inserted
inedited
lionhearted
kindhearted
ironhearted