Inherit (verb)

1. Receive (something) from a predecessor or from one's parent or ancestor.
2. Become the rightful owner of (property or a title) on the death of the previous holder.
3. Acquire or take on (a characteristic or quality) naturally or as part of one's character.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french enheriter, based on latin hērēdare "to inherit", from hērēs "heir".

Examples:

1. She inherited a large sum of money from her grandfather.
2. The prince inherited the throne after the king's death.
3. The company inherited several problems from its previous management.
4. The children inherited their parents' love for nature.
5. The company is expected to inherit new technologies as part of the acquisition.