History
legacy
noun
Definition
Something left by a historical figure or period that continues to influence the present.
In a sentence
“The legacy of colonialism continues to shape political and economic conditions in many countries.”
Synonyms
heritageimpactaftermathinheritance
Common collocations
- historical legacy
- lasting legacy
- cultural legacy
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civilisation
noun
A society in an advanced state of social and cultural development.
archaeology
noun
The study of human history through excavation and analysis of artefacts and structures.
colonisation
noun
The action of settling among and establishing control over indigenous people of an area.
dynasty
noun
A succession of rulers from the same family or group.