CEFR A2

ancestor

noun

Meaning

A person from whom you are descended.

Examples

My ancestors came from Ireland.
She is researching her family ancestors.

Synonyms: forebear, progenitor, forefather

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ancestor (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈænsɛstər/

Definition

A person from whom you are descended.

Examples

My ancestors came from Ireland.
She is researching her family ancestors.
He felt a connection to his ancestors.

How to Use ancestor

ancestor of (prepositional phrase): Used to show lineage or connection to a specific group or place. — "He is an ancestor of the royal family."

Synonyms of ancestor

Words with a similar meaning to ancestor:

forebear
progenitor
forefather

Antonyms of ancestor

Words with the opposite meaning to ancestor:

descendant
heir

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