Synonyms of bequest

bequest

noun

bi-ˈkwest 

as in inheritance

something that is or may be inherited

left small bequests to all of her nieces and nephews

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inheritance
• legacy
• gift
• patrimony
• heritage
• present
• birthright
• offering
• heirloom
• bestowal

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bequest

However, the total value of charitable bequests may be rising simply because stocks have been performing better than normal for several years. — Jon Bergdoll, The Conversation, 23 June 2026

The opera filed a lawsuit Thursday alleging the Kennedy Center illegally took years' worth of donor gifts, bequests and endowment funds. — Jonathan Edwards, Washington Post, 12 June 2026

At the time the bequest was announced, Lee Kun-hee’s only son and corporate heir was in prison for bribery and other crimes; some have speculated that the donation created a favorable atmosphere for his eventual presidential pardon. — Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026

Kroc's 2003 bequest was valued at more than $200 million at the time. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026