heir vs succeeder

heir

noun
  • A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor. 

  • Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another. 

  • One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office. 

verb
  • To inherit. 

succeeder

noun
  • One who succeeds (follows after); a successor. 

  • One who succeeds (achieves a positive outcome); a winner. 

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