Legacy

Pronunciation: /ˈlɛɡəsi/

Definitions of legacy

noun something handed down or received from an ancestor or predecessor

Example Sentences

A1 My grandfather left behind a legacy of hard work and perseverance.

A2 The ancient ruins are part of the cultural legacy of this region.

B1 The company's legacy of innovation has shaped the industry for decades.

B2 The artist's legacy continues to inspire new generations of creatives.

C1 The political leader's legacy is still debated among historians and scholars.

C2 The legacy of colonialism continues to impact the social and economic development of the country.

Examples of legacy in a Sentence

formal The company's legacy of innovation has set a high standard for future generations.

informal My grandfather left behind a legacy of hard work and determination for our family.

slang Dude, your dad's old school car is such a legacy ride!

figurative The artist's legacy lives on through their timeless masterpieces.

Grammatical Forms of legacy

• past tense: legacied
• plural: legacies
• comparative: more legacy
• superlative: most legacy
• present tense: legacy
• future tense: will legacy
• perfect tense: has legacied
• continuous tense: is legacing
• singular: legacy
• positive degree: legacy
• infinitive: to legacy
• gerund: legacing
• participle: legacied

Origin and Evolution of legacy

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'legacy' has its origins in the Latin word 'legatus' which means 'appointed, delegated, sent with a commission'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'legacy' has evolved to refer to something handed down from the past, especially from an ancestor or predecessor. It is commonly used in the context of inheritance or something passed on as a gift or benefit.