INHERITED Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

inherited

adjective

as in hereditary

genetically passed or capable of being passed from parent to offspring hair color is inherited

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Recent Examples of inherited In its first phase, the program offers genomic testing to 50,000 adults, screening for inherited predispositions to three major life-threatening diseases. — William A. Haseltine, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Though not archaeological, the designs tapped into a related appetite for inherited craft and materials with ephemera from the past. — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 16 July 2026 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 And yet researchers examining muscle tissue from children with Duchenne have detected healthy cells capable of making normal dystrophin, evidence of a somatic mutation autocorrecting the inherited one. — Jerome Groopman, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026 At that point manager Alex Cora lifted the rookie and all three inherited runners came around to score when minor leaguer Patrick Halligan allowed a grand slam to Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 2 Mar. 2026 As more families pass down or part with inherited pieces, the resale market has become increasingly saturated. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026 Genetic screening for conditions like bipolar disorder and kidney disease reveals inherited risks, but no test reliably predicts genetic age. — Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 29 Jan. 2026

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Adjective

Depending on the policy, coverage can differ for diagnostic testing, hereditary or congenital conditions, prescription medications, rehabilitation, behavioral treatment and other types of care.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
Huntington’s disease is hereditary in an autosomal dominant pattern, meaning anyone who inherits the gene from a parent will develop the condition.

— Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of hereditary

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That day in the spring brought the work of several tenacious investigators – with the assist of genetic genealogy – closer to identifying the remains.

— Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026
The survivors will be sent to a breeding program with a goal of growing the genetic diversity of disease-tolerant elm trees.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of genetic

Adjective

The strategy seeks to slow China's technological advancement through attrition rather than a complete ban, acknowledging the inherent challenge of policing cross-border digital services.

— John Werner, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Although none of these trails are terribly technical, there’s still an inherent risk that comes with hiking.

— Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of inherent

Adjective

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