Inheritress (Noun)
Meaning
A female heir.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- As the sole child of the wealthy industrialist, Emily was the clear inheritress of her father's vast fortune and business empire.
- After the sudden death of her grandmother, Sarah became the inheritress of the family's ancestral mansion and all its contents.
- The young princess was the designated inheritress of the throne, and her parents began preparing her for her future role from a very early age.
- As the last living relative of the famous artist, Rachel was the inheritress of his entire estate, including his priceless collection of paintings.
- The will named Sophia as the sole inheritress of her aunt's estate, much to the surprise of the other relatives who had been expecting a share.