inheritable

adjective

in-ˈher-ə-tə-bəl How to pronounce inheritable (audio)
Definition of inheritablenext
as in hereditary
genetically passed or capable of being passed from parent to offspring eye color is an inheritable trait

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Recent Examples of inheritable Citizenship strategy has moved from a fringe consideration to standard practice among high-net-worth families, with parents and grandparents increasingly viewing passports as a form of inheritable wealth. — Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025 These shares are also inheritable, allowing them to be passed on to heirs. — Daniela Sanjinés, The Conversation, 22 July 2025 Our vision is that the future of design will have a long lasting inheritable quality. — Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inheritable
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  1. hereditary
  2. genetic
  3. inherited
  4. inherent
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  • Qatar, a geographically small country jutting off the Arabian Peninsula into the Persian Gulf, is ruled by a hereditary monarchy and is one of the wealthiest producers of oil and natural gas on the planet.
    — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
  • Almost nothing was known about hereditary cancers at the time, and most experts expressed skepticism that these seemingly unrelated cancers might have anything in common.
    — Lawrence Ingrassia, STAT, 26 June 2026
Definition of hereditary
Adjective
  • This suggests a genetic component alongside some developmental randomness.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 13 July 2026
  • If aortic disease has touched your blood relatives, ask your doctor about imaging and ask whether genetic testing makes sense for you.
    — Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Definition of genetic
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  • Can creditors garnish money from an inherited IRA?
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 15 June 2026
  • The White Sox kept tacking on against right-hander Blake Treinen, as all three inherited runners scored, plus one more.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Definition of inherited
Adjective
  • Low-altitude flying carries inherent risks, including the potential for debris to scatter on the ground and less time for pilots to respond to emergencies.
    — Elise Spenner, ABC News, 10 July 2026
  • And this freedom is inherent in Christ Jesus’ teachings and healings.
    — Rob Nofsinger, Christian Science Monitor, 10 July 2026
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“Inheritable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inheritable. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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