heirless

/ˈɛərlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having no heir or successor

“After the wealthy businessman’s death, his fortune was left heirless to the state.”

2. adjective

having no direct descendants or relatives to inherit a title or property

“The noble family’s title was left heirless after their last child passed away without any children of their own.”

Synonyms

  • heiressless
  • uninherited

Antonyms

  • hereditary
  • inherited