hereditary
Translation
hereditary
Examples
Some diseases are hereditary.
Some diseases are hereditary.
He is the hereditary ruler of the small kingdom.
He is the hereditary ruler of the small kingdom.
Grammar Patterns
((hereditary)) ((noun)) modifies a noun It is a hereditary disease.
Similar Words
Synonyms: genetic, inherited; Antonyms: acquired, environmental
Etymology
From Latin 'heres' meaning 'heir'.
Memory Tips
Notice the word 'heir' inside 'hereditary'. It relates to what is passed down to an heir.