INHERITS
8 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of INHERITS
To take possession of as a right (especially in Biblical translations).
"Your descendants will inherit the earth."
To receive (property, a title, etc.), by legal succession or bequest after the previous owner's death.
"After Grandad died, I inherited the house."
To receive a characteristic from one's ancestors by genetic transmission.
"Let's hope the baby inherits his mother's looks and his father's intelligence."
Examples of INHERITS in a Sentence
- "Your descendants will inherit the earth."
- "After Grandad died, I inherited the house."
- "Let's hope the baby inherits his mother's looks and his father's intelligence."
Word Details
Is INHERITS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INHERITS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: INHERITS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for INHERITS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | n | h | e | r | i | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INHERITS
100 words from the letters in INHERITS
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How to Use INHERITS in Word Games
INHERITS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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