Inherit
Inherit verb - Receive from a predecessor.
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Synonyms for Inherit
To adopt and inherit are semantically related. In some cases you can replace phrase "To adopt" with "Inherit", this terms are similar.
To adopt
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- Special note goes to the Crusader Kings 2 expansion pack The Old Gods, in which the Norse faction is required to adopt gavelkind successionnote Anyone who can inherit, does inherit, which frequently splits kingdoms when a ruler dies until they reform their religion (if ever).
Source: Succession Crisis
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