Posterity Definition & Meaning
posterity
- noun
- all of the offspring of a given progenitor; "we must secure the benefits of freedom for ourselves and our posterity"
- all future generations
"Posterity" in song lyrics
See how posterity is used in real songs:
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"Of his self-love, to stop posterity?"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet III -
"Leaving thee living in posterity?"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet VI -
"Even in the eyes of all posterity"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet LV
Words that rhyme with posterity
Usage tips for "posterity"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "posterity" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for posterity to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does posterity mean?
- all of the offspring of a given progenitor; "we must secure the benefits of freedom for ourselves and our posterity" all future generations
- What part of speech is posterity?
- Posterity is a noun.
- How many definitions does posterity have?
- Posterity has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).