descendant

Definitions

A person, animal, or plant that is descended from a particular ancestor.

Something that has developed from an earlier or original form.

Examples

She is a direct descendant of the royal family that ruled the country centuries ago.

The biologist studied how the traits of the ancestor were passed down to every descendant.

Synonyms

offspring progeny scion heir issue successor seed

Antonyms

ancestor forebear predecessor forefather progenitor antecedent originator