heritable

[ˈherɪtəbəl]

heritable Definition

• 1. able to be passed on from one generation to another through genes
• 2. able to be inherited or received from a predecessor

Using heritable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "heritable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The disease is heritable and runs in the family.

• Example

  The property is heritable by the eldest son.

• Example

  The traits of intelligence and creativity are believed to be heritable.

heritable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for heritable

• inheritable
• transmissible
• genetic
• inherited
• transmittable

Antonyms for heritable

• nonhereditary
• noninherited
• nontransmissible

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Summary: heritable in Brief

The term 'heritable' [ˈherɪtəbəl] refers to something that can be passed on from one generation to another through genes or inherited from a predecessor. It is often used in the context of diseases, properties, and traits, as in 'The disease is heritable and runs in the family.' 'Heritable' has synonyms like 'inheritable,' 'transmissible,' and 'genetic,' and antonyms like 'nonhereditary' and 'nontransmissible.'