heir apparent (Meaning)

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heir apparent (n)

an heir whose right to an inheritance cannot be defeated if that person outlives the ancestor

The king's eldest son was the heir apparent to the throne.
The princess was the heir apparent, in line to succeed her mother as queen.
The heir apparent was raised with the expectation of one day ruling the kingdom.
The heir apparent's education focused on preparing him for his future role as sovereign.
The heir apparent was always accompanied by a retinue of guards and advisors.
The heir apparent often played a ceremonial role in government, representing the monarchy at important events.
The heir apparent was a symbol of continuity for the nation.
The heir apparent's health and well-being were of utmost importance to the kingdom.
In some monarchies, the heir apparent may share power with the reigning monarch.
The heir apparent's accession to the throne typically marks a significant transition in the history of the monarchy.

an heir whose right to an inheritance cannot be defeated if that person outlives the ancestor

successor, heir, representative, heir at law, claimant, succeeder, legatee,inheritor, heiress, beneficiary

No antonyms found.

The king's eldest son was the heir apparent to the throne.

The princess was the heir apparent, in line to succeed her mother as queen.

The heir apparent was raised with the expectation of one day ruling the kingdom.

The heir apparent's education focused on preparing him for his future role as sovereign.