Synonyms of legacies

legacies

noun

plural of legacy

as in inheritances

something that is or may be inherited

the old locket was part of the legacy from my great-great-grandmother

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inheritances
• bequests
• gifts
• heritages
• patrimonies
• heirlooms
• birthrights
• offerings
• presents
• bestowals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of legacies

The names may be out of circulation, but storms including Ian, Ida, Igor, Ike, Inez, Ingrid, Iota, Irene, Irma, Isabel and Ivan left lasting legacies. — Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Our mission is to build on these studios’ legacies as homes for the greatest filmmakers and storytellers. — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Baton Rouge Councilman Anthony Kenney Jr 29, is one of the human legacies, taking advantage of the course offerings, training and opportunities at the center as a young student. — Gary Fields, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Both have distinct identities, extraordinary legacies, and brands that have resonated with audiences for generations. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026

The Video Vanguard Award recognizes artists’ legacies as music video innovators. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026

Here’s a look into the lives and legacies of the members of Nirvana. — Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026

Istanbul, city of empires The city now known as Istanbul has been at the heart of empires, from the Roman to the Byzantine to the Ottoman, and their legacies can be found throughout the Turkish metropolis. — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026

The Gordon Parks Foundation notes its efforts to reconnect with and reclaim the voices whose legacies played an important role in Parks’ career, well beyond his fame. — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026