Meaning of the word inherit in English

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inherit

US /ɪnˈher.ɪt/

UK /ɪnˈher.ɪt/

receive (money, property, or a title) as an heir at the death of the previous holder

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She inherited a fortune from her grandmother.

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He will inherit the family business.

Synonym:

succeed to come into be bequeathed be left

derive (a quality, characteristic, or predisposition) genetically from one's parents or ancestors

Example:

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He inherited his mother's blue eyes.

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Some diseases can be inherited.

Synonym:

acquire derive receive get take on

receive (a position, role, or responsibility) from a predecessor

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He will inherit the leadership role next year.

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The new government will inherit a challenging economic situation.

Synonym:

succeed to take over assume take on

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