Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Descendant.
How to pronounce descendant:
US
Descendant - as a noun
Descendant - as an adjective satellite
Proceeding by descent from an ancestor
Example: "Descendent gene"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
descendentDescendant - as an adjective
Descending from a biological ancestor.
Proceeding from a figurative ancestor or source.
Example Sentences
"She is a descendant of a prominent political family."
"My great-grandfather was a descendant of the Mayflower pilgrims."
"The scientist traced the DNA of the modern species back to its ancient descendants."
"He takes pride in being a descendant of Native American heritage."
"The royal family's descendants still occupy the castle to this day."
Word Game Points
Is DESCENDANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, descendant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DESCENDANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DESCENDANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, descendant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDESCENDANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is DESCENDANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, descendant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDESCENDANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
