Synonyms of heritage

heritage

noun

ˈher-ə-tij 

1

as in tradition

an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing

hospitality is a cherished Southern heritage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tradition
• rule
• values
• principles
• custom
• convention
• standards
• prescription
• ethic
• legacy
• culture
• inheritance
• mode
• norm
• rubric
• superstition
• folklore
• lifestyle
• birthright
• form
• lore
• mores

2

as in inheritance

something that is or may be inherited

this farm is my heritage from my father, as it was for him from his father

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of heritage

Several preservation and cultural heritage organization have sued to block the project, arguing that Congress must first authorize it. — ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026

Inspired by Chelsea’s rich artistic, literary, and musical heritage, the interiors layer texture, color, and history with remarkable restraint. — Nick Scott, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026

That debate contrasts traditional conservative values – including protecting the unborn and preserving the nation’s Judeo-Christian heritage – against liberal values that embrace a society made up of people of different religions and backgrounds. — Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026

The pair bonded over their Vietnamese roots, and that shared heritage now influences their entertaining styles. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026