Inheritable
(adjective)
Capable of being inherited; capable of passing from an ancestor to descendants through legal succession.
Origin:
Late 16th century, from french in hériter "to inherit" + -able.
Examples:
- The house was considered an inheritable asset and was passed down through generations of the family.
- Many people considered their personal collections as inheritable treasures to be passed down to future generations.
- The estate was to be divided equally among the inheritable heirs.
- He wondered if his rare coin collection would be considered an inheritable asset.
- She was grateful for the inheritable wealth that her grandparents had left her.