Bequest and Legacy

Bequest

Bequest noun - Something that is or may be inherited.
Usage example: left small bequests to all of her nieces and nephews
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Synonyms for Bequest

Legacy is a synonym for bequest in inheritance topic. In some cases you can use "Legacy" instead a noun "Bequest", when it comes to topics like heritage, earthly possessions, something given in will. popular alternative

Legacy

Legacy noun - Something that is or may be inherited.
Usage example: the old locket was part of the legacy from my great-great-grandmother
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Synonyms for Legacy

Bequest is a synonym for legacy in inheritance topic. You can use "Bequest" instead a noun "Legacy", if it concerns topics such as heritage, earthly possessions. popular alternative

How words are described

actual actual bequest actual legacy
large large bequest large legacy
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