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
Parliament voted to remove hereditary aristocrats from the House of Lords, ending a 700-year British political tradition of inherited seats.
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Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 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
While certain eligible beneficiaries (such as surviving spouses, disabled individuals, and minor children) may still take distributions over life expectancy, many beneficiaries must fully distribute inherited accounts within ten years, sometimes while also taking annual RMDs during that period.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The film continues to act as a catalyst for difficult conversations between different generations about inherited trauma that was previously left unspoken on all sides of the Vietnam War.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
In addition to its inherited Cedar Fair parks, Six Flags still operates some of the most popular amusement parks in the country, from California's Six Flags Magic Mountain to Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, Six Flags Over Texas, and Six Flags Over Georgia.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Nov. 2025
The last thing an inherited home or property should bring about is unnecessary stress or financial strain.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 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
While certain eligible beneficiaries (such as surviving spouses, disabled individuals, and minor children) may still take distributions over life expectancy, many beneficiaries must fully distribute inherited accounts within ten years, sometimes while also taking annual RMDs during that period.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The film continues to act as a catalyst for difficult conversations between different generations about inherited trauma that was previously left unspoken on all sides of the Vietnam War.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
In addition to its inherited Cedar Fair parks, Six Flags still operates some of the most popular amusement parks in the country, from California's Six Flags Magic Mountain to Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, Six Flags Over Texas, and Six Flags Over Georgia.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Nov. 2025
The last thing an inherited home or property should bring about is unnecessary stress or financial strain.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inherited
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The story follows a young woman who regains consciousness after three years in a coma, only to be confronted by the apparition of her deceased sister, as their mother’s search for the truth behind the sister’s death gradually uncovers a dark hereditary secret stretching back centuries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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The succession from father to son is notable because the revolution overthrew a hereditary monarchy.—
Jennifer Jacobs,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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These include colorectal cancer and Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition linked to several cancers, particularly early-onset colorectal cancer.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Judy Wood has Ledderhose disease, a rare and aggressive genetic condition that causes fibrous tumors to grow on the soles of the feet.—
Josh Taylor,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Despite the delicate balance, there is also an inherent – even genetic – understanding.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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The limits of standalone offshore trusts Standalone offshore trusts carry inherent constraints.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Dias, on behalf of Owens’ estate, is seeking compensation for the past and future mental pain and suffering of Owens’ minor children, expenses of medical care and funeral arrangements arising from Owens’ death, loss of Owens’ prospective earnings and loss of inheritable estate.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Nov. 2025
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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
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“Inherited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inherited. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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