Synonyms of legacy

legacy

noun

ˈle-gə-sē 

as in inheritance

something that is or may be inherited

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of legacy

James will now build on his legacy with a 24th NBA season, this time in Philadelphia. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 24 July 2026

Gartner has pointed to the complexity of integrating agents into legacy systems as a major reason why over 40% of agentic AI projects will be canceled by the end of 2027. — Harsh Verma, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Our ambition has always been to honor that legacy while creating a cinematic experience worthy of audiences everywhere. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 July 2026

Deadline asked Stuart Fails to Save the Universe creators Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Zak Penn about the shocking development involving a legacy Big Bang character. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 July 2026