héritier

/e.ʁi.tje/

nounmasculineSing

heir

inheritor (person who receives property, title or rights by inheritance)

Il est le seul héritier de la fortune de son grand-père.

He is the sole heir to his grandfather's fortune.

Synonyms:successeur, légataire

nounmasculineSing

successor

someone who inherits or continues a legacy, style or role

Ce jeune joueur est considéré comme l'héritier de Zidane.

This young player is considered Zidane's successor.

Synonyms:successeur, continuateur, héritier spirituel