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to inherit
01
to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away
02
to receive traits or attributes from a previous generation through genetic inheritance
03
to receive or be left with a situation, object, or condition from a predecessor or former owner
Example
The family home was inherited by the youngest son after the parents' death.
The business was smoothly transitioned to the next generation as the siblings inherited equal shares.
He was surprised to inherit a vast collection of rare books from his uncle.
She decided to donate a portion of the money she inherited to a charitable cause.
After her grandmother's passing, she inherited a beautiful antique necklace.
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