Basic Details
Word: Inheritance
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Something that you receive from someone who has died, especially money, property, or possessions.
Synonyms: Legacy, bequest
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Blood is thicker than water: Family relationships are stronger than other relationships. Example: "Even though they often disagreed, he knew blood is thicker than water and would always support his sister."
- Like father, like son: A saying indicating that children often resemble their parents in behaviour or character. Example: "He has a great talent for music, just like his dad; truly, like father, like son."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After her grandmother passed away, she was grateful for the inheritance that came in the form of a beautiful old house.
Example 2: Many people choose to invest their inheritance wisely to secure their future.
Example 3: The lawyer explained the terms of the inheritance to the family so they could understand their rights.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of inheritance dates back to ancient societies, where land and possessions were transferred from parents to children through formal declarations or rituals?
Famous Quote
"The greatest inheritance a parent can give to his children is a few minutes of their time each day." O. A. Battista
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "inheritance" mean?
a) A type of investment
b) Something received after someone's death
c) A kind of family tree
d) A job opportunity
Answer: b) Something received after someone's death
2. Which of these is a synonym of "inheritance"?
a) Gift
b) Legacy
c) Salary
d) Donation
Answer: b) Legacy
3. Which sentence uses "inheritance" correctly?
a) The inheritance was left to his best friend.
b) The inheritance was a delicious cake.
c) The inheritance showed in her grades.
d) The inheritance was used to buy a new car.
Answer: a) The inheritance was left to his best friend.
4. Which idiom relates to family relationships?
a) Like father, like son
b) Curiosity killed the cat
c) Every cloud has a silver lining
d) The early bird catches the worm
Answer: a) Like father, like son
5. What is the opposite of "inheritance"?
a) N/A
b) Loss
c) Gift
d) Treasure
Answer: a) N/A
