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SUCCESSOR

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Successor.

How to pronounce successor:

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Successor - as a noun

A person who follows next in order

Example: "He was president lincoln's successor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
replacement

A thing or person that immediately replaces something or someone

A person who inherits some title or office

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heir

Example Sentences

"The new CEO was chosen as the successor to the retiring founder."
"He was named as his father's successor to the family business."
"The professor was actively searching for a successor to continue his research."
"The team struggled to find a suitable successor for their star player."
"After his sudden death, his son became his successor in leading the company."
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Word Game Points

Is SUCCESSOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, successor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUCCESSOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SUCCESSOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, successor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUCCESSOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SUCCESSOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, successor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUCCESSOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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