Synonyms of ancestor

Antonyms of ancestor

Collocations of ancestor

ancestral home
Frequency: 70 %

She visited her ancestral home in the countryside.

family ancestor
Frequency: 65 %

The family ancestor's portrait hung proudly in the hallway.

common ancestor
Frequency: 60 %

Scientists believe that all humans share a common ancestor.

distant ancestor
Frequency: 50 %

Through DNA testing, she discovered a distant ancestor from a different country.

ancestor worship
Frequency: 40 %

In some cultures, ancestor worship is an important part of religious practices.

Idiomatic Expressions for ancestor

  • Phrase: Blood is thicker than water
    Meaning: Family ties are stronger than other relationships.
    Usage: Even though they had disagreements, in the end, blood is thicker than water, and they always support each other as family.