descendant

/dɪsˈɛndənt/

/dɪˈsɛndənt/

[noun] [adjective]

Descendant

[NOUN]

someone who shares the same blood with a specific person who lived many years ago

synonyms : descendent

antonyms : ancestor

descendant

[ADJECTIVE]

moving from a higher to a lower place or position

synonyms : descendent

originating or derived from an ancestor

synonyms : descendent

Examples

1. The parent instilled in their children the importance of reading and education, knowing that if your books are not read, your descendants will be ignorant, and they wanted their children to have a better chance in life.

2. Descendants, any of his future descendants might have claim as Emperor of France or King of France.

3. Hendrik Witbooi’s descendants are attending the reception.

4. His descendants sing the praises of his heroism.