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(her-it-a-ble) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. able to be passed down to heirs.

Example Sentence

My grandfather's estate will be heritable.

More Example Sentences

Traits like eye color can be heritable.

Synonyms

inherited; passed down; bequeathed

Antonyms

nonheritable; untransferable; noninheritable

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Rhymes

  • charitable
  • heritable
  • veritable

  • inheritable
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