Synonyms of legacies

legacies

noun

plural of legacy

as in inheritances

something that is or may be inherited

the old locket was part of the legacy from my great-great-grandmother

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inheritances
• bequests
• gifts
• heritages
• patrimonies
• heirlooms
• birthrights
• offerings
• presents
• bestowals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of legacies

In their utopian reconstruction of a mythic past, the Agrarians’ polemics failed to mention the South’s legacies of slavery and rebellion. — Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026

So are three mural-sized collages that reflect his ongoing investigations into the legacies of colonialism. — Carolina A. Miranda, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

But in a sports world toxically focused on legacies and championships, there’s a certain level of freedom in just … focusing on the smaller picture. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 19 Oct. 2026

Moncler highlighted the trailblazing careers and unique legacies of these artists. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

My research suggests that both Alito and Thomas care about their legacies. — The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026

Antonin Tron and Drew Henry, the new designers at Balmain and Courrèges, respectively, have the unique challenge of reinvigorating two brands whose founders were instrumental to fashion but whose legacies are less widely understood today. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026

The names may be out of circulation, but storms including Ian, Ida, Igor, Ike, Inez, Ingrid, Iota, Irene, Irma, Isabel and Ivan left lasting legacies. — Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Our mission is to build on these studios’ legacies as homes for the greatest filmmakers and storytellers. — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026