as in historic
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of ancestral
The accompanying music video, directed by Aram Sabbah, was filmed in Jericho — her ancestral home — and features her entire family.
—
Sara Ibrahim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
More than a dining destination, Jaji serves as a cultural tribute, seeking to reimagine Afghan cuisine by blending ancestral traditions with the evolving, modern influences of the Afghan diaspora.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
In their study, the researchers analyzed the complete genetic sequences of more than 1000 modern humans, rather than DNA extracted from ancient bones, allowing the team to infer the presence of ancestral populations that would have otherwise left no physical traces.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe, based in Uncasville, received formal federal recognition in 1994 and has more than 2,400 members, many of whom reside in Connecticut near ancestral tribal lands.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ancestral
Sara Ibrahim, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
More than a dining destination, Jaji serves as a cultural tribute, seeking to reimagine Afghan cuisine by blending ancestral traditions with the evolving, modern influences of the Afghan diaspora.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
In their study, the researchers analyzed the complete genetic sequences of more than 1000 modern humans, rather than DNA extracted from ancient bones, allowing the team to infer the presence of ancestral populations that would have otherwise left no physical traces.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe, based in Uncasville, received formal federal recognition in 1994 and has more than 2,400 members, many of whom reside in Connecticut near ancestral tribal lands.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ancestral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ancestral
Adjective
-
The historic program last won the title in 2016, led by MVP Breanna Stewart.—
Allison Smith,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
-
These have included exhibits about the Mayan people, the experiences of undocumented migrants who crossed the Sonoran Desert from Mexico, Islamic fashion and Indiana’s historic Angel Mounds, which are the remains of Native American villages dating from the 10th to 13th centuries.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Incorporate grandiose accents like opulent chandeliers, old-world upholstery, and ornate picture frames.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Apr. 2025
-
The oversized pendant lights, sourced from Jamb, add a touch of old-world charm, complementing the rustic wood beams overhead.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
The company decided on the dire wolf for two main reasons: their ancient DNA was available, and they can safely be born using a surrogate.—
Andrea Marks,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
-
The gray wolves share physical features with dire wolves but remain genetically and behaviorally distinct due to the limits of current technology and incomplete ancient DNA.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Yet critics claim that Widodo went too easy on dynastic politics, old-time patronage and changing laws to benefit his family.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
-
But there was a charm about it, like an old-time show.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
The spokesperson highlighted the two national historical parks named for Tubman.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
-
Canada's historical crime series, which airs on Ovation TV in the U.S., is set in the early 20th century and follows the investigative work of Toronto police force detective William Murdoch (played by actor Yannick Bisson).—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
In exchange, prosecutors agreed not to file a habitual offender enhancement, which would have added 5-20 years.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
-
New flexible behaviors must become habitual for leaders.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
My father, Mila’s grandfather, after whom she is named, was five years old at the time.—
David Bezmozgis,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
-
Desk calendar Your old phone can be repurposed as your personal calendar.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Ancestral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ancestral. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share